2026 F1 Driver Penalty Points Overview

The 2026 Formula 1 season is gearing up for an intense competition, with several drivers currently facing penalty points on their superlicences. This system is crucial, as it impacts driver eligibility and team strategies throughout the season.

Understanding F1 Penalty Points

In Formula 1, drivers accumulate penalty points for infractions. Each driver can gather up to 12 penalty points within a 12-month span before facing an automatic one-race ban. Points can be added or removed based on performance during grand prix events.

Current Penalty Points Summary

• Oliver Bearman: 10 Points
• Liam Lawson: 6 Points
• Lance Stroll: 6 Points
• Kimi Antonelli: 5 Points
• Carlos Sainz: 4 Points
• Oscar Piastri: 4 Points
• Max Verstappen: 3 Points
• Alex Albon: 3 Points
• Lewis Hamilton: 3 Points
• Pierre Gasly: 2 Points
• Gabriel Bortoleto: 2 Points
• Franco Colapinto: 1 Point
• Charles Leclerc: 1 Point
• Esteban Ocon: 1 Point

Detailed Breakdown of Drivers and Their Points

Here is a closer look at some notable drivers and their incurred penalties:

Oliver Bearman – 10 Points

• 2 points – Expires May 23, 2026 (Overtaking under red flags at Monaco GP)
• 4 points – Expires July 5, 2026 (Red flag infringement at British GP)
• 2 points – Expires September 7, 2026 (Collision at Italian GP)
• 1 point – Expires November 8, 2026 (Dangerous driving at São Paulo Sprint)
• 1 point – Expires December 7, 2026 (Defensive maneuvers at Abu Dhabi GP)

Liam Lawson – 6 Points

• 1 point – Expires April 13, 2026 (Collision at Bahrain GP)
• 2 points – Expires April 13, 2026 (Collision with Nico Hulkenberg)
• 1 point – Expires May 2, 2026 (Collision at Miami Sprint)
• 1 point – Expires November 8, 2026 (Collision with Oliver Bearman)
• 1 point – Expires December 7, 2026 (Erratic driving at Abu Dhabi GP)

Lance Stroll – 6 Points

• 1 point – Expires May 23, 2026 (Collision at Monaco practice)
• 2 points – Expires June 15, 2026 (Forcing another driver off track at Canadian GP)
• 2 points – Expires October 18, 2026 (Collision during US Sprint)
• 1 point – Expires December 7, 2026 (Erratic driving at Abu Dhabi GP)

Kimi Antonelli – 5 Points

• 2 points – Expires June 29, 2026 (Collision with Max Verstappen)
• 2 points – Expires August 31, 2026 (Collision with Charles Leclerc)
• 1 point – Expires September 7, 2026 (Forcing Alex Albon wide)

Drivers Without Penalty Points

Several drivers have maintained a clean record this season, including:

• Fernando Alonso
• Valtteri Bottas
• Isack Hadjar
• Nico Hulkenberg
• Arvid Lindblad
• Lando Norris
• Sergio Perez
• George Russell

Inactive Drivers with Penalty Points

Some inactive drivers also face penalties:

• Yuki Tsunoda: 8 Points
• Jack Doohan: 4 Points

The 2026 season promises to be thrilling, with ongoing updates to the penalty point standings after every grand prix. Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for the latest information and developments on all the drivers’ performances and penalties.