The Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team revealed the official terms for its 2026 Fan Leaderboard Program, designed to enhance fan interaction and engagement with the team. This initiative will not only reward fans for their participation but also deepen their connection to the F1 community.
"By participating in signed-in interactive experiences on the mercedesamgf1.com website, participants will be deemed to have agreed to participate in the Program and accepted these terms and conditions," said a representative from the Operator, Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd., located in Northamptonshire, England.
The program operates with a straightforward premise: no purchase is necessary to participate. All fans with a valid account on the mercedesamgf1.com can join in as long as they meet the eligibility criteria. Participants must engage in at least one points-rewarding experience during defined periods to earn leaderboard points.
To qualify, participants must reside in a legally permissible location for the operation of the program. "For the avoidance of doubt, participants from countries which are the subject of US or UK sanctions will not be eligible to win any Prizes," the operator clarified, ensuring compliance with international regulations and legal restrictions.
Furthermore, the program stipulates specific guidelines regarding account registration. "Participants must use their full and correct legal name and email address to sign up to the mercedesamgf1.com account to be eligible to win a Prize," emphasized the team. This policy aims to maintain the integrity of the competition, as does the prohibition against inappropriate usernames, which could lead to disqualification.
The timeline for the Fan Leaderboard Program is clearly outlined. It will begin on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 9 a.m. GMT, running two concurrent leaderboards. The Race Week Leaderboard will operate from the Thursday before each Grand Prix until the Sunday of that race, while the Season Leaderboard will span from the start of March to mid-December.
"The Operator reserves the right to adjust Leaderboard Periods throughout the season at its discretion without prior notice," a program official stated, indicating that flexibility may be necessary as the season unfolds.
Participants can look forward to a range of predictor challenges as part of the program. During weekends without a sprint race, for example, fans can engage in pre-weekend predictor events starting on Thursday and closing at the qualifying start time for that Grand Prix, further adding layers to the competition.
Among the restrictions in place are those that limit participation to one account per individual. "Participation by an individual using multiple accounts will result in all participation by that individual being invalid," the operator warned, maintaining a level playing field for all fans.
This initiative represents the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team’s commitment to fostering a robust fan community, blending digital engagement with interactive experiences that highlight the thrill of Formula One racing. Fans eager to test their knowledge of the sport and compete for prizes will find the program offers an exciting opportunity to engage more deeply with the world of Formula One.
As the 2026 season approaches, this Fan Leaderboard Program is poised to energize the fanbase and enhance the interactive nature of following the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team. Fans are encouraged to stay engaged and participate as the racing season unfolds.