2021 Formula One World Championship facts for kids

The 2021 Formula One World Championship was the 72nd season of the Formula One World Championship. Formula One is the highest level of racing for special open-wheel cars. These cars are super fast and look like rockets on wheels! Drivers compete to win races and become the world champion.

What is Formula One?

Formula One, often called F1, is a thrilling global sport. It is the top class of motor racing for single-seater cars. These cars are designed to be incredibly fast and powerful. Each year, drivers and teams race around the world to see who is the best.

The 2021 Season

The 2021 Formula One season was a very exciting one. It featured many races, called Grands Prix, held in different countries. Drivers and their teams worked hard to score points in each race. The goal was to win the Drivers' Championship for a single driver and the Constructors' Championship for a team.

Drivers and Teams

In Formula One, each team has two main drivers. They also have many engineers and mechanics who help build and maintain the cars. Some famous teams include Mercedes, Red Bull Racing, and Ferrari. Drivers like Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen were key competitors in 2021. New drivers also joined the sport, making it even more interesting.

How a Season Works

A Formula One season usually runs from March to December. Each race weekend includes practice sessions, qualifying, and the main race. Qualifying decides the starting order for the race. The driver who finishes first in the race gets the most points. These points add up throughout the season. The driver with the most points at the end becomes the World Champion. The team with the most points wins the Constructors' Championship.

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  Mick Schumacher made his Formula One debut with Haas.

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In Spanish: Temporada 2021 de Fórmula 1 para niños