Data & methodology
SpeedF1 session times and labels come from a static 2026 calendar dataset in the app (aligned with the sportstimes F1 project), with times shown in the timezone you pick—not live FOM/FIA timing. The sections below define what we mean by each session, how timezones work, and when the data is reviewed.
SpeedF1 is an independent product and is not affiliated with Formula 1.
Where does the 2026 calendar come from?
The season list and session start times in our schedule tools come from a static dataset embedded in the app, aligned with the open F1 calendar project at sportstimes/f1 2026 calendar (via SpeedF1 static dataset). The current embedded season includes 22 rounds. Last reviewed: 2026-01-15. We adjust this when the file is updated for date changes, cancellations, or format tweaks—always verify critical travel plans against an official F1 or promoter source.
What do practice, sprint, qualifying, and “Grand Prix” mean here?
- Free practice (FP1–FP3): On-track running before qualifying; we show one or more blocks depending on the weekend format.
- Sprint qualifying & sprint (sprint weekends): Where the calendar marks a sprint weekend, we list sprint shootout, sprint race, then grand prix qualifying and the main race.
- Qualifying: Session that sets the grid (or the relevant phase on sprint weekends).
- Grand Prix: The main race; add-to-calendar links use the published start time.
How do timezones affect what I see?
The schedule pages use a timezone you select in the UI. We convert each stored instant (in UTC) with the IANA zone you pick so local wall-clock times match your choice. This does not change the underlying start instant—only the display (and third-party calendar exports for “add to calendar” use your selected zone at export time). If your system clock is wrong, times will look wrong on any site.
How are circuit stats and the history sections on each Grand Prix page produced?
On each Grand Prix page, the “Circuit at a glance” block uses length, DRS, corners, and similar fields from SpeedF1's internal circuit reference, matched by venue when possible. A separate section (when available) gives short, fan-facing notes on track history, typical weather or weekend conditions, and layout character—sourced from our editorial summaries, not from live FIA timing or weather APIs. A few host cities (or layout changes) may not map 1:1; we show a notice instead of inventing data. None of this replaces official FIA or circuit documentation.
When is the schedule data updated?
The embedded calendar is updated when the product ships new data (see last reviewed date above and release notes, if we publish them). We do not claim real-time FIA updates inside the app. Session keys and order follow our dataset; sport or regulatory changes may reach you faster through F1.com or a national broadcast.