If pre-season testing has already got you guessing (and second-guessing) about what’s to come this season, there\u2019s an easy way to lean into the thrill \u2013 F1 Fantasy.<\/p>\n
F1 Fantasy<\/a> is free, simple to pick up, and turns every practice run, pit stop and under-the-radar overtake into a chance for you to top global tables, or take on your friends and family in leagues of your own.<\/p>\n 2026, a season made for F1 Fantasy<\/p>\n This is a great year to take part in Fantasy. With so many changes afoot, nobody is sure what the pecking order looks like yet, and that\u2019s where there\u2019s fun to be had.<\/p>\n The 2026 rules reset<\/a> means teams are learning new cars, new strengths, new weaknesses and new ways to surprise each other. Add in new teams (Audi<\/a> and Cadillac<\/a>), and a grid that feels more open than it has in years, and you\u2019ve got a recipe for a gripping Fantasy season.<\/p>\n What is F1 Fantasy?<\/p>\n F1 Fantasy is the official, free-to-play fantasy game for Formula 1. With millions signing up from across the globe, it levels up the fun of F1. Suddenly, you\u2019re not just following one driver or team, you\u2019ve got investment across the grid and more reasons to care about every twist, turn and late-session lap.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s how it works:<\/p>\n You get a $100m cost cap\u202fto pick five drivers and two constructors. Your drivers and teams score points based on what happens across the real-life race weekend, so the results, positions gained, and key moments all feed directly into your Fantasy total. Make sure to keep a close eye on the season to stay ahead.<\/p>\n What\u2019s new in Fantasy for 2026?<\/p>\n While the core game remains the same, 2026 brings a few tweaks that make playing smoother (and give you more ways to win).<\/p>\n Three teams, three chances to win<\/p>\n All three of your teams now have a chance to win in the global league. More flexibility, more chances to make the Fantasy podium.<\/p>\n Net Transfers (less admin, fewer regrets)<\/p>\n Your transfers now only count based on final changes, not every tap. So, if you swap a driver out and then swap them back before the deadline, it won\u2019t automatically cost you twice.<\/p>\n F1 Sprint retirements sting less<\/p>\n A reduced Sprint DNF penalty (now -10) means one bad Sprint is less likely to impact your score.<\/p>\n And the core bits remain \u2013 choose your weekly x2 Boost driver, and use chips like Limitless, No Negative and Wildcard across the season to time your big moves.<\/p>\n Key Dates<\/p>\n The\u202f2026 edition of F1 Fantasy is live now, which means you can build teams and set up leagues ahead of the season-opening Australian Grand Prix (March 6-8).<\/p>\n Not sure who to pick? Watch Free Practice on Friday to get your final insights. You can make changes to your teams right up until Qualifying begins on Saturday (March 7).<\/p>\n Leagues \u2013 Where the social buzz thrives<\/p>\n F1 Fantasy gets even better in groups. You\u2019re automatically entered into:<\/p>\n Global League And you can spark even more competition in your own private leagues. Join or create a league with your friends and family, a group chat, or even your workplace. Or take someone on in a head-to-head battle. You can even follow leagues, like our F1 Presenter League.<\/p>\n Keep an eye out through the season too. There are often themed mini-leagues with more chances to win.<\/p>\n Prizes worth racing for<\/p>\n
\nCreate up to three teams\u2026 Maybe you want one ‘serious’ team, one for the fun of the chaos, and one experiment, but it’s up to you.
\nOnce the season starts, you\u2019ll have\u202ftwo free transfers per Grand Prix round\u202ffor each team, so you can react without overthinking every move.<\/p>\n
\nCountry League
\nConstructor League\u202f(based on your favourite team)
\nDriver League\u202f(based on your favourite driver)<\/p>\n