1 F1 sectors, explained Every lap gets carved into three timed sections and dozens of hidden mini-sectors, and reading the colours tells you exactly where a driver is winning or losing the race. 7 Sep 2026 5 MIN 2 The F1 sprint format, a history of constant change Formula 1 has rewritten the sprint weekend four times since 2021, and every version was a fix for the version before it. 7 Sep 2026 4 MIN 3 F1 sprint qualifying, explained One practice session, three knockout segments, and a tyre rule that takes the guesswork out of compound choice. 7 Sep 2026 3 MIN 4 F1 sprint weekend, explained One practice session, two qualifying sessions and two races inside three days, with the car frozen twice along the way. 7 Sep 2026 4 MIN