Overtakes

HOW OVERTAKES ARE CALCULATED

  • F1 Bytes calculates overtakes in a similar fashion to the official Formula One / Pirelli overtake stats
  • An overtaking manoeuvre is counted as one that takes place during complete flying laps (so not on the opening lap) and is then maintained all the way to the lap’s finish line
  • Data is not currently available to record an overtake that is subsequently given back during the same lap
    • eg two cars passing each other multiple times during a lap
  • Position changes due to major mechanical problems or lapping/unlapping are not counted
  • F1 Bytes uses a mathematical proxy to screen for cars that have slowed down due to mechanical problems

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