Day: August 2, 2025

Formula 1’s blend of tradition and futurism captivates millions around the world. With regulations constantly evolving to accommodate greener practices and novel challenges, the sport continues to evolve and expand in exhilarating ways. But one thing that hasn’t changed is the importance of ranking systems to determine champions in both Driver and Constructor Championships.

In each race, drivers and teams earn F1 points based on their finishing position. The team and the individual with the most points at the end of the season are named champions. But how exactly are these points earned, and what makes them so important?

Drivers earn most of their points by finishing in the top ten of every completed race. They also gain points by participating in qualifying, securing pole position (first place on the starting grid) and earning a podium finish (first, second or third place). In addition, a bonus point is awarded to the fastest lap of each race.

The FIA Formula 1 World Constructors’ Championship recognises the collective performance of the entire team – from the engineering of the car to its strategy and pit crew, all the way up to the driver(s). The constructor with the most points at the end of the year is crowned champions.

As such, the Constructors’ Championship is often more competitive than the Drivers’ Championship and there have been 12 occasions when the drivers’ champion has come from a team different to the constructors’ champions. Interestingly, Mercedes have won the championship the most times in the past 20 years with eight titles, while Ferrari and Williams are tied on 16 wins each.

With 5 billion engagements on social media during the 2022 World Cup and 12 billion during the 2024 summer games, sports teams, athletes, and brands are leveraging the power of digital platforms to amplify their messages and connect with fans in new ways. But the journey isn’t without its challenges.

Athletes rely on social media to share their insights and perspective about the game, but it can also provide a platform for misinformation or rumors that can damage a team’s reputation or even a player’s career. That’s why it’s important for coaches, sports organizations, and leagues to have the tools they need to help their athletes understand how their actions on social media impact their professional and personal lives.

Athletes are encouraged to use social media to showcase their passion for the sport and interact with fans. Whether it’s sharing training tips, their favorite protein shake, or how they take their dog for a walk, the ability to communicate directly with their audience enables athletes to humanize themselves and create connections beyond the confines of a stadium or TV screen.

Social media also offers athletes a platform to advocate for social causes or engage in activism, further enhancing their personal brand and influence public perception. Athletes like LeBron James, Colin Kaepernick, and Megan Rapinoe have used their platforms to speak out against injustice and promote equality, amplifying their message and demonstrating the value of their personal brand. This type of advocacy can even result in sponsorship opportunities, such as Hershey’s Reese’s campaign with WNBA star Angel Reese.