System 1 has rolled out quite a few new options coming to F1 Fantasy for 2026.
With the championship itself seeing a considerable overhaul of its rules with new vehicles and energy models, in addition to the addition of an eleventh staff within the form of Cadillac, it is no shock that the free-to-play sport is getting its personal modifications.
Gamers will achieve entry to a well-known $100million value cap which they’ll break up between 5 drivers and two constructors. 2026 will, nevertheless, goal two areas which have usually tripped up gamers.
Simplified transfers
Transfers shall be calculated on a internet foundation, which means gamers will be capable of take a look at new line-ups with the choice to revert with out utilizing up switch alternatives. Solely the ultimate change shall be counted. Three transfers could be made and one unused switch could be carried over.
Dash volatility
The penalty for a DNF/Not Categorised for dash races has been halved to simply -10 factors.
There are just a few different modifications to be aware of:
- Followers can now select from 11 groups and 22 drivers.
- The minimal driver and staff value has been lowered to $3million.
The 2025 season noticed 2.7 million groups created on the sport, with progress unsurprisingly seen in america in addition to the UK and Asia-Pacific areas. Mini-leagues, particularly these together with F1 drivers, had been additionally a favorite characteristic of followers. That is anticipated to proceed this yr as groups and drivers will turn out to be much more ingrained within the competitors, “delivering much more thrilling and personalised competitors alternatives for followers.”
Max Verstappen, Pink Bull Racing
Photograph by: Rudy Carezzevoli / Getty Photos
As ordinary, those that end on prime shall be rewarded for his or her efforts.
2026 F1 Fantasy prizes
1st Prize: 2x 3-day grandstand tickets for a 2027 grand prix with VIP experiences, together with entry to the grid earlier than the race
2nd Prize: 2x 3-day grandstand tickets for a 2027 grand prix
third Prize: £500 F1 Retailer voucher
With a brand new set of rules and an almost-completely unknown pecking order, this yr’s F1 Fantasy might be an thrilling one.
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