F1 Whump Exchange

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Today in Whumpfest prompts, we got some potential for REAL drama and REAL angst here, folks. Who seems the most likely to be kidnapped to you?

You can claim this and so many other excellent prompts before August 16th here!

https://archiveofourown.org/collections/F1_Whump_Exchange/requests?page=1

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Time for another Whumpfest prompt, this time with some magical realism! Who would be unlucky enough to be hit with a love curse like this?

A reminder you can claim prompts like this until August 16th!

https://archiveofourown.org/collections/F1_Whump_Exchange/profile

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Another excellent Whumpfest prompt, this time with a more realistic look at the winners room trope instead of the usual eroticism.

https://archiveofourown.org/collections/F1_Whump_Exchange/profile

And a reminder you can claim this and many other excellent prompts until August 16th!

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Time for another Whumpfest prompt! Unfortunately for him, every Charles Leclerc fan I know loves to make him suffer in their documents of choice, and this is a perfect prompt if you want to do just that.

https://archiveofourown.org/collections/F1_Whump_Exchange/requests

And a reminder you have until August 16th to claim and submit works for the fest!

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As of right now there are 118 prompts to claim in the Whumpfest! I'm going to start posting screenshots of some so people can see all the amazing ideas! We'll start with this banger:

https://archiveofourown.org/collections/F1_Whump_Exchange/requests

Remember you have until August 16th to claim and post a prompt!

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https://archiveofourown.org/collections/F1_Whump_Exchange/profile

One week left to submit prompts!

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LAST DAY!!!

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https://archiveofourown.org/collections/F1_Whump_Exchange/profile

One week left to submit prompts!

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I was asked this a while ago on Discord but figured I would share it: any era of F1 is allowed for the Whumpfest! Anyone from Juan Manuel Fangio to Arvid Lindblad is eligible :)

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Do you write F1 RPF? Do you think these millionaires need to suffer more in your art? Then the F1 Whumpfest is the exchange for you! Click the Read More to learn all about it!

Rules: 

You must be 18 to participate

You must claim a prompt to participate

The prompts and works must center around angsty/whumpy prompts; you can have a happy ending, but they gotta work towards it! Please keep the prompts focused on the angst itself and associated tropes/dynamics, not on specific drivers

Anyone who works in F1 is allowed as a character

Minimum word count is 1,000 words

AI is NOT allowed and will get your work automatically deleted

When submitting, please lock your fics! Let’s keep fandom spaces safe!

No content is off limits, but please tag appropriatel TIMELINE

Prompting Opens: March 22nd, 2026

Prompting Closes: May 10th, 2026

Works Due: August 16th, 2026

Collection Opens: August 21st, 2026

FAQ:

How many prompts can I submit? You may submit up to 10 Do I have to keep prompts anonymous?No, you can choose to not submit a (semi-)anonymous prompt by unticking the checkbox at the end of the Prompt Form.

What type of prompts are allowed?

Prompts must be focused on whumpy/angsty scenarios, preferably written in a way that they can be used for any driver/set of drivers. 

What type of angst is allowed?

The angst level can be something as simple as a driver being sick and missing a race, to something as intense as cannibalism and anything in between! Can I submit my works anonymously? Yes! Is there a limit to how many works I can submit?

No! Write and create to your heart's content - as long as you keep the deadlines in mind.

I never participated in a fandom event like this and I'm still confused - what do I do?

You can check out AO3's FAQs on Prompt Memes which should answer all your questions. Found here: https://archiveofourown.org/faq/prompt-meme?language_id=en

What if I have a question that has not been answered here?Feel free to message me at @charlottebronn if you have any questions! I’ll never bite :)  AO3 COLLECTION: https://archiveofourown.org/collections/F1_Whump_Exchange/profile