What is the Formula One World Drivers' Championship?
Q: What is the Formula One World Drivers' Championship?
A: The Formula One World Drivers' Championship (WDC) is an award given by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) to the driver who scores the most points during a season of Formula One racing.
Q: Who was the first driver to win the WDC?
A: The first driver to win the WDC was Giuseppe "Nino" Farina in 1950.
Q: Who was the first driver to win more than one championship?
A: Alberto Ascari was the first driver to win more than one championship, in 1952 and 1953.
Q: Who is currently reigning champion?
A: As of 2021, Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing is currently reigning champion.
Q: When does FIA officially award the championship?
A: The FIA does not officially award the championship until after all races have been completed at end of season.
Q: What happens when one driver has a large lead over other drivers in points?
A: When one driver has a large lead over other drivers in points, they are said to have clinched or secured their position as champion even if they score no more points for rest of season.
Q: How many championships can a single driver win?
A: There is no limit on how many championships a single driver can win as long as they continue to score enough points each season.
