P1racenews AI automatic summary:
History of the F1 points system with proposed structure for 2025
Formula 1 has undergone several changes to its points system over the years, from its original structure in 1950 to the current one. A new points system is being considered for the 2025 season, aiming to award points to the top 12 finishers to reduce the gap between teams in the championship standings. The decision to implement this change will be made later this year with at least five out of the current 10 teams needing to vote in favor. The new system aims to make races more valuable for smaller teams and reward consistency throughout the season. While some argue for the meritocratic nature of the proposed system, others like Martin Brundle believe that points should be hard-earned and cherished, not easily distributed.
