From gaming to the cusp of Formula 1
Cem Bolukbasi has earned a cult following with success in both real and virtual racing. Now he's tackling Formula 1's leading feeder series. Our gaming expert Nathan Quinn spoke to him to find out more
Driver STANDINGS '21
| Pos | Driver | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Verstappen | 395.5 |
| 2 | Lewis Hamilton | 387.5 |
| 3 | Valtteri Bottas | 226 |
| 4 | Sergio Pérez | 190 |
| 5 | Carlos Sainz Jr. | 164.5 |
| 6 | Lando Norris | 160 |
| 7 | Charles Leclerc | 159 |
| 8 | Daniel Ricciardo | 115 |
| 9 | Pierre Gasly | 110 |
| 10 | Fernando Alonso | 81 |
TEAM STANDINGS '21
| Pos | Team | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 613.5 | |
| 2 | 585.5 | |
| 3 | 323.5 | |
| 4 | 275 | |
| 5 | 155 | |
| 6 | 142 | |
| 7 | 77 | |
| 8 | 23 | |
| 9 | 13 | |
| 10 | 0 |
THE NEXT RACE
Round One
Jan 1 - Mar 20, 2022
Bahrain
Bahrain Circuit
| Date | Session | Time |
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