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# Video – F1 sprint qualifying: How it works and why it exists
- URL: https://www.the-race.com/formula-1/video-everything-you-need-to-know-about-f1-sprint-qualifying/
- Published: 2021-04-27T14:16:28.000Z
- Updated: 2023-09-16T16:49:57.000Z
- Description: ‘Sprint qualifying’ races are coming to three Formula 1 grands prix in 2021. We explain the format and the reasoning behind it, but also why it’s so contentious
- Author: Matt Beer
- Tags: Formula 1, #video, #image-bottom-center

After months of question marks, Formula 1’s ‘sprint qualifying’ plan for extra races on Saturdays at three grands prix in 2021 is going ahead and full details of the system have finally been announced.

Here’s everything you need to know about the format and F1’s reasoning for it, but also why it’s such a contentious move.