# Exclusive: F1 to discuss new points structure
The discussions will happen when teams gather for the regular F1 Commission meeting in Geneva, both in person and via video conference, to talk about various technical and sporting matters.
One significant topic on the agenda circulated before the meeting is a potential revision to F1’s points system. The proposal suggests extending the points distribution to the top 12 drivers, a change from the existing top 10 format since 2010.
To ensure minimal impact on the championship battle, the proposal maintains the current points allocation for the top seven finishers, only adjusting the points awarded from 8th place onwards as shown in the table below:
| Finishing Position | Current Points | Proposed Points |
|——————–|—————-|—————–|
| 1 | 25 | 25 |
| 2 | 18 | 18 |
| 3 | 15 | 15 |
| 4 | 12 | 12 |
| 5 | 10 | 10 |
| 6 | 8 | 8 |
| 7 | 6 | 6 |
| 8 | 4 | 5 |
| 9 | 2 | 4 |
| 10 | 1 | 3 |
| 11 | 0 | 2 |
| 12 | 0 | 1 |
| Fastest lap | 1 (top 10 finishers only) | 1 (top 12 finishers only) |
The proposal to expand the points system stems from lobbying by smaller teams who believe it would benefit them and enhance competition by distributing points more broadly. This change would particularly benefit teams vying for lower positions, helping them score points more frequently.
After four races this season, Alpine, Williams, and Sauber have not earned any points due to the dominance of the top five teams in the top 10 positions. The proposed adjustment would also emphasize consistent performance over the entire season rather than sporadic high-scoring races.
The proposal, which has backing from smaller teams, aims to maintain support from the leading squads who have been cautious about altering the structure, considering that the FIA receives fees for every point scored.
Although not all teams are expected to support the proposal, a majority vote of six out of the current 10 teams next week could introduce these changes for the upcoming season.
Historically, F1 has rarely modified its points system, with only four revisions since 1990. These adjustments include the introduction of the 10/6/4/3/2/1 system in 1991, then transitioning to the 10/8/6/5/4/3/2/1 format in 2003. The current top 10 points distribution model was established in 2010, with an additional point for the fastest lap for top 10 finishers added in 2019.
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