From Autoweek · Phillip Horton · · 1m
Herta Hits 40 Points for F1 Super License
Colton Herta reaches 40 points needed for F1 Super License after final practice run.
In brief
Colton Herta reaches 40 points needed for F1 Super License after final practice run. Colton Herta now qualifies for F1 Super License after hitting 40 points in 2026 Formula 2 campaign and IndyCar results. Originally reported by Autoweek.
Herta Qualifies for F1 Super License
Colton Herta has finally qualified for a Formula 1 Super License after meeting the 40-point threshold.
Herta's Points History
Herta's IndyCar Series results and 2026 Formula 2 campaign were insufficient for the 40-point FIA Super License threshold.
2022 Hurdle
Red Bull was interested in placing Herta at AlphaTauri for 2023 but he couldn't meet the 40-point threshold.
Practice Session Update
Herta completed 31 laps at Interlagos to add a point, hitting the 40-point mark for the Super License.
Next Steps
Herta can now apply for the mandatory F1 Super License to race in Formula 1.
The main idea
Colton Herta now qualifies for F1 Super License after hitting 40 points in 2026 Formula 2 campaign and IndyCar results.
