🏎️ F1 Qualifying Predictions

Predicts Formula 1 qualifying lap times (Q3) using Q1/Q2 performance data, team/driver factors, and machine learning.

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🔧 Features

• Data Fetching: Uses FastF1 to fetch real qualifying session data.
• Performance Modeling: Adjusts predictions based on team/driver historical performance.
• Machine Learning: Linear regression to predict Q3 times from Q1/Q2.
• Error Metrics: Reports MAE (Mean Absolute Error) and R² scores.

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📦 Dependencies

• Python 3.8+
• Libraries:

  pip install fastf1 pandas numpy scikit-learn matplotlib seaborn