Formula 1 Türkiye is a comprehensive website developed to serve the vibrant community of Formula 1 enthusiasts in Turkey. Originating from the Formula 1 Türkiye Facebook group, which boasts over 5000 members and stands as the largest Formula 1 fan group in Turkey, the website is dedicated to enhancing the group’s activities and fostering engagement among its members.
The website provides a platform for leagues, data, and statistics while preserving a rich history of Formula 1 racing from its inception in 1950. Below is an overview of the core features of the website:
The Fantasy League is one of the flagship features of the Formula 1 Türkiye website. Originally launched in 2017, the league transitioned to an online format through the website in 2023, allowing members to participate more conveniently.
- Participants are given a budget to manage their team of drivers.
- Before each race, participants can buy and sell drivers, building a team within their allocated budget.
- Points are earned based on the performance of the drivers in each race.
In 2023, the Fantasy League was extended to include the Formula 2 Championship, giving fans the opportunity to:
- Manage teams of Formula 2 drivers.
- Earn points based on their performance in each race.
- Compete in a dedicated standings table for Formula 2.
- Both Formula 1 and Formula 2 leagues provide a Race Standings section to display results after each Grand Prix or Formula 2 event.
- Separate General Classifications are maintained for the entire season, showcasing the overall rankings of participants in each league.
The Prediction League challenges participants to forecast race outcomes and has been a cornerstone of the website since 2018. It transitioned to an online format in 2023, enhancing accessibility for users.
- Participants predict the top 10 finishing positions for each Grand Prix.
- They also answer two multiple-choice questions related to the race.
- Points are awarded based on the accuracy of predictions and answers.
- The website maintains separate Race Standings and General Classifications for Formula 1, providing a clear overview of individual performances.
The website houses an extensive database of Formula 1 race results and statistics dating back to the very first race in 1950. This includes:
- Race-by-race results for all drivers and teams.
- Historical championship standings.
- Detailed analysis of race performances.
The platform provides fans and statisticians with easy access to decades of Formula 1 history, all in one place.
In addition to leagues, the website features complete results from the Formula 2 Championship, starting from 2023. This ensures comprehensive coverage of both major tiers of racing talent, allowing fans to follow the progression of future Formula 1 stars.
After every Formula 1 Grand Prix, members of the Facebook group are invited to rate the race. These ratings are then collected and published on the website, providing:
- A detailed archive of race ratings since 2016.
- Insights into fan opinions and trends over the years.
- Comparisons of the most memorable and least exciting races.
This section serves as a community-driven perspective on the history of Formula 1 races.
Using historical data from 1950, the website features a unique system to compare drivers’ qualifying performances against their teammates. The Elo rating system is applied to rank drivers based on their qualifying head-to-head results, creating:
- A dynamic ranking system for qualifying performance.
- An innovative way to measure and compare driver skill over time.
- Visualizations and statistics for fans to explore.
The Formula 1 Türkiye website is fully responsive, ensuring compatibility with mobile devices and providing a seamless user experience across various screen sizes. While the platform does not currently offer a native mobile app, it supports Progressive Web App (PWA) functionality, allowing users to:
- Install the website as an app on their devices.
- Access core features offline with cached data.
- Enjoy a faster and app-like browsing experience.
This ensures that the website is accessible and user-friendly, meeting the needs of a tech-savvy audience.
To access the Fantasy League and Prediction League, users need to sign up and log in to the website. The account enables users to:
- Manage teams for Fantasy Leagues (Formula 1 and Formula 2).
- Submit predictions for Prediction Leagues (Formula 1 and Formula 2).
For other features, such as viewing race data, statistics, or race ratings, no login is required, ensuring that the broader community can explore and enjoy the wealth of information available on the site without barriers.
Formula 1 Türkiye is more than just a website; it is a digital hub that connects fans, preserves the sport's legacy, and enhances the community's passion for Formula 1 and Formula 2.
- Python 3.10 or higher
Follow these steps to set up the project on your local machine.
Create a virtual environment in the root of your project folder:
python -m venv venvOn Windows:
venv\Scripts\activateOn Linux:
source venv/bin/activateInstall the required packages using pip. Run the following command:
pip install -r requirements/development.txtRun the following commands to set up the database:
python manage.py migrate
python manage.py createsuperuserFollow the prompts to create a superuser account.
Now you can run the development server:
python manage.py runserverThe server will start, and you can access it by navigating to http://127.0.0.1:8888/ in your web browser.