Formula M - Mapperdonian Racing World Championship

Formula M is a form of world racing championships across Mapperdonia that use modern day F1 cars to race with. Formula M was established in July 2024, but Formula M wishes to respect its predecessor Formula Mappers and the Mapperdonian F1 Federation. However, Formula M is not associated with Formula Mappers or the Mapperdonian F1 Federation. Formula M aims to bring Mapperdonia together in yearly world race championship series, with each country who wishes to join Formula M needing to put forward a track from their own country which can be added to the race calendar. Here is an overview of Formula M:
== Tracks ==
=== How to enter a track ===
All joining members of Formula M must put forward a track from their country.
==== Track Criteria ====
* Can be fictional or real
* One of the tracks must be within the nation’s borders - the other can be from elsewhere - if there are no tracks in the country’s borders that are suitable, then both tracks can be from elsewhere
* Must be able to be raced by F1 cars
* All tracks must be a minimum of 3.5km in length (2.17 miles)
* Length of straights is a maximum of 2km (1.24 miles)
* All tracks must be a maximum of 7km in length (4.35 miles)
==== What information to put when entering a track - only for tracks which are not current Formula 1 tracks: ====
* Length of track - this is so we can ensure it fits the regulations, and also allows us to decide how many laps should be raced for each track
* Length of the largest straight - this is to ensure that the track fits the regulations
* Picture of the track layout OR a link to the track layout - this is to help us plan what areas will be DRS zones, where the start and finish line is, and where the pit lane is
*Please note that you can submit up to 2 tracks per country you enter
=== The Big 5 - tracks that are in the Formula M championship by default ===
* Monaco - this is a historic track which, although not very exciting to watch, it has played a key part in racing history, so it would be unfair to exclude the track from this championship.
* Silverstone - another historic track. It held the first F1 race, so it would be wrong to exclude it from the championship.
* Spa - this Belgian track is one of the most interesting tracks out there, with its frequent wet conditions and unique track layout, it would be a crime to not include this track in the lineup
* Yas Marina - this Middle Eastern circuit is quite spectacular and is the place where the final F1 race has been held over the past decade, so it has to be included in this race.
* Emilia-Romagna - this Italian circuit is historically known for its huge Ferrari support. This place is practically the home of one of the greatest motorsport companies ever to race in F1, so this circuit has to be included 
*Please note that the big 5 tracks may change slightly each year, with 1 or 2 tracks possibly rotating out of the lineup. However, the new proposed tracks to be added to the big 5 will be voted on by Formula M members to decide whether or not this would be a good change.
== Drivers ==
Each country’s team must have 2 drivers, no more, no less. These drivers can be either fictional or real drivers. The real drivers do not have to be from your country/area occupied by your country. However, fictional drivers must be from your own country.
=== How to enter your drivers ===
When submitting your drivers in your application to join Formula M, you much include the following criteria:
* Age - this allows us to see whether or not your driver is a rookie or not (basically just a fun thing for storylines and a more accurate simulation)
* Nation - this allows us to see where the drivers come from
* Fictional OR Real - please specify this. If the driver is real, please add a link to a page about them so that we can see their past racing experience (this is just for fun tbh)
You can change your drivers at the end of the season. Remember the season will last around a year (maybe half a year depending on how many countries join and how many tracks have been submitted)
=== Current Drivers ===
Current Drivers
Name of driver 	Name of team	Nation of origin	Age
Lando Norris 	STA Racing 	United Kingdom 	24
Leo Summerville	STA Racing 	Sombrandia 	19
 	 	 	
== Schedule ==
The races in the Formula M calendar will occur every two weeks OR sometimes every week - this again depends on how many countries are participating and how many tracks have been submitted.
=== Current Schedule ===
WIP
== How the point system works ==
The point system is very similar to the Formula 1 point system. However it will be adapted appropriately to the number of teams competing in the championship. Here is the current model of the point system:
* 1st place - 25 points
* 2nd place - 18 points
* 3rd place - 15 points
* 4th place - 12 points
* 5th place - 10 points
* 6th place - 8 points
* 7th place - 6 points
* 8th place - 4 points
* 9th place - 2 points
* 10th place - 1 points
* Fastest Lap - 1 point
* Pole position - 3 points
* Constructors 1-2 (drivers finish 1st and 2nd) - 5 points added to constructors championship points
== Driver’s Championship Standing ==
Driver’s standings
Name of driver 	Team of driver	Nation of origin	Points
Lando Norris 	STA Racing 	United Kingdom 	
Leo Summerville	STA Racing 	Sombrandia 	
 	 	 	
== Constructors Championship Standings ==
Constructors Standings
Name of national constructor	Constructor’s nation of origin	Number of wins	Points
STA Racing 	Sombrandia 	 	
 	 	 	
 	 	 	
=== Links to current member nations: ===
* Sombrandia - STA Racing 
== How to submit your country’s application ==
Please can your application to Formula M contain the following:
* The name of the nation you are submitting
* The name of the team/constructor you are using
* The flag of the nation you are submitting - if you have a team logo please submit that as well :)
* The team colours (e.g. purple and blue)
* The drivers competing for your country including their age, nation, and a link to a webpage about them if they are a real driver
* The track(s) you are submitting for the championship, including the required statistics stated in the tracks section of this page above
== FAQ’s ==
* How many nations can I submit - each user can submit 3 nations into the Formula M world championships
* How will the races be simulated - this is currently a WIP, but the current idea is that before starting each race, each team will be randomly assigned the car of a current Formula 1 team. Based on the performance of this car, the teams may perform worse or better. Please put any suggestions for the simulation in the comments :)
* How will the races be scheduled - it will be similar to F1’s calendar, with races near to each other happening after each other.
* How many tracks can I submit - Maximum of 2 per nation you enter
* How will the voting for the big 5 replacement work - the new tracks will be revealed and members of Formula M will be able to vote on whether or not they think this would be a good change to the big 5 tracks for the upcoming season.
* What is a constructor - this is the team which represents your nation (e.g. Sombrandia is represented by the constructor STA Racing)
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