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Data-first coverage of the 2025 season.

Your go-to source for Formula 1 insights, race analysis, and championship updates.

Welcome to the Race Mate Blog — your go-to source for Formula 1 insights. From real-time driver standings to in-depth analysis of the Constructors' Championship, we cover every angle of the F1 season. Explore our race previews, post-race breakdowns, and comprehensive guides including our F1 Points System Explained and F1 Constructors' Championship Explained. Whether you're tracking Formula 1 standings, understanding race analysis, or diving deep into team strategies, our expert content keeps you informed throughout the championship battle.

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F1 Constructors That Won Against the Odds
F1 History

F1 Constructors That Won Against the Odds

From underdog stories to shock victories, this article explores the Formula 1 constructors that defied expectations to win big — from Brawn GP’s fairytale championship to Matra’s French triumph and surprise race victories at Spa and Monza.

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The Longest Gaps Between F1 Championship Wins
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The Longest Gaps Between F1 Championship Wins

Which Formula 1 drivers waited the longest between championship titles? A look at the biggest gaps in F1 history.

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F1 Drivers Who Led the Championship but Didn’t Win the Title
F1 Explainers

F1 Drivers Who Led the Championship but Didn’t Win the Title

Explore the dramatic stories of Formula 1 drivers who topped the championship standings at some point but ultimately lost the title. From early frontrunners in the 1950s to modern examples like Lewis Hamilton, Felipe Massa and current 2025 leader Oscar Piastri, learn how consistency, reliability and the points system can turn hopes into heartbreak.

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The Biggest Comebacks in F1 Points Standings
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The Biggest Comebacks in F1 Points Standings

Discover the greatest comeback stories in Formula 1 history, where drivers and teams turned impossible points gaps into championship glory

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The Closest F1 Championship Battles in History
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The Closest F1 Championship Battles in History

From legendary rivalries to last‑lap showdowns, explore the closest Formula 1 championship battles of all time.

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F1 2025 Driver Standings: Who’s Leading After the Summer Break
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F1 2025 Driver Standings: Who’s Leading After the Summer Break

Updated driver standings for the 2025 Formula 1 season. Who’s leading after the summer break, and how close is the championship battle?

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How F1 Awards Points in Sprint Races
F1 Explainers

How F1 Awards Points in Sprint Races

An in‑depth guide to the points system used in Formula 1 Sprint Races — explaining how points are awarded, how the rules have evolved since the sprint’s introduction in 2021, and the strategic impact on drivers and teams.

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The Rise and Fall of Fastest Lap Points in F1
F1 Explainers

The Rise and Fall of Fastest Lap Points in F1

An in-depth look at the history of Formula 1’s fastest lap bonus point – from its origins in the championship’s early years through its modern revival in 2019, the strategic twists it created, and the reasons it will disappear again from the 2025 season.

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How F1 Standings Are Calculated in Shortened Races
F1 Explainers

How F1 Standings Are Calculated in Shortened Races

A detailed guide exploring how Formula 1 standings are determined when races are shortened due to weather or other factors – covering the 75% rule, sliding points scale, historical context, and strategic implications for drivers and teams.

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