The decision on whether to change the way points are awarded in Formula 1 was taken by the sport’s governing body, the FIA, at the latest Formula 1 Commission meeting.

The Commission touched upon several key points, including financial regulations and upcoming reforms. 2026 rule changes.

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Offers made earlier this year He suggested that points could be awarded not for the top ten but for the twelfth place, A format implemented since 2010.

The changes required the support of six of the ten teams in F1 to make it happen and the decision has now been made.

Will the F1 points system change?

The FIA ​​has confirmed that teams have unanimously rejected proposed changes to the distribution of Championship points.

As a result of the revamp, the points awarded to the top seven positions would remain the same, but the points awarded to the lower-ranked scorers would be redistributed.

The Commission agreed to increase the minimum weight from 80kg to 82kg for the well-being of the driver. As a result, the minimum weight of the non-fuelled vehicle will be increased by two kilograms to 800kg in 2025.

The new regulation period was also discussed. Given that all the new cars will be introduced, pre-season testing will be held in three-day blocks, which will be three times longer than in recent years.

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The FIA ​​said: “An update was provided on the timetable for the 2026 Regulations, which cover Technical, Sporting, Financial and Environmental issues, and noted that the FIA’s ongoing collaboration with all teams is on track to deliver on the targets and is moving in the right direction for the finalisation of the regulations.”

An ‘Extraordinary F1 Commission meeting’ will be held on October 2 to discuss 2026 in more detail. Following the meeting, an update will be made on the 2026 sporting and technical regulations, which are expected to be presented at the World Motor Sport Council on October 17.

Finally, on financial matters, the FIA ​​states: “It has been confirmed that expenses related to maternity leave, sick leave and team entertainment should be excluded from coverage. cost limit”

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