Formula 1 is the highest class of single-seater auto racing governed by the FIA. The inaugural F1 season was in 1950 and races are held around the world with 22 drivers competing across 11 teams. A typical F1 weekend consists of practice sessions and qualifying on Friday and Saturday to determine the starting grid, followed by the main race on Sunday where points are awarded to the top 10 finishers. Key aspects of F1 include driver and constructor championships, a point scoring system, super licenses for drivers, and tire suppliers like Pirelli who provide various dry and wet compounds for each race.