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F2 and F3 revert to two-race format

Formula 2 and Formula 3 announce a return to a two-race weekend structure, with revised sprint race grids and points systems for the 2027 season.

By Miika Rantanen·2026-08-19·282 words

Formula 2 and Formula 3 will revert to a two-race per weekend format from the 2027 season, representing a significant shift from the current three-race schedule. This confirmed change will see both championships implement a revised structure comprising practice, qualifying, and two races at each event.

Revised Weekend Structure

Each championship weekend will now feature a singular practice session, followed by a qualifying session to determine the starting grids for both races. The feature race will continue to be held on Sunday, retaining its traditional role as the main event of the weekend. This simplification aims to streamline the race weekend schedule for both series.

Sprint Race Grid and Points Adjustments

For Formula 2, the sprint race grid will be established by reversing the top ten positions from Friday's qualifying results. The points system for these sprint races has been adjusted, with only the top eight finishers now scoring points; specifically, the allocation will be 10, 8, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 point respectively. Meanwhile, in Formula 3, the sprint race grid will be formed by reversing the top twelve qualifiers, and points will be awarded to the top ten finishers, following a distribution of 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 point. Both championships will continue to utilize the Formula 1 official points system for their respective feature races, which ensures consistency with the premier open-wheel category. Additionally, two points will be awarded for pole position, and an extra point will be given for the fastest lap in either race, provided the driver finishes within the top ten. These changes are awaiting final approval from the World Motor Sport Council, as reported by Crash.net.

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