2024 Topps Chrome Formula 1 Racing Qualifying Lap Box

2024 Topps Chrome Formula 1 is the de facto flagship racing release of the F1 season. Not only is there lots of color like all things chrome, but there’s a wide assortment of other inserts of varying rarities to add to the chase.

In addition to standard hobby boxes, there are also Qualifying Lap boxes. Similar to Hobby Lite boxes in past years, these have longer odds for a lot of elements like autographs but come at a more reasonable price point and a couple of exclusives not available anywhere else.

2024 Topps Chrome Formula 1 Checklist Overview

The base set has 200 cards, which is broken down into several subsets. F1 drivers are joined by up-and-comers from F2 and F3. The checklist also has space for race cars, winners and more.

All base cards have nearly 30 different parallels. Most of the more rare ones, including Superfractors, are exclusive to hobby packs. Qualifying Lap have four Black and White RayWave Refractors per box with a handful of tougher exclusives also possible.

Value boxes can also be found. These have limited parallels, although they are the only place to find Sepia Refractors.

Autographs and Other Inserts

Signatures are available in 2024 Topps Chrome Formula 1 but they’re not guaranteed in every box. Hobby boxes offer the best chance but even there you’re looking at every two or three boxes.

The majority of ink is available in Chrome Autographs. These have additional Orange Refractors, Black Refractors, Red Refractors and Superfractors.

Other autographed inserts include 1954 Topps Signatures, Circuit Masters Signatures and Futuro Autographs.

When it comes to additional chase sets, there’s a big swing in rarity depending on the set. Cards from the retro themed 1954 Topps, Camber, Re-Charged and Speed Demons can be expected in every hobby box. Some will offer multiple.

There’s also new Helmet Collection cards and offer a close-up on racers’ protective gear. These give off a bit of the same vibe as various goalie mask cards from 1990s hockey sets.

The 2024 Topps Chrome Formula 1 checklist has several scarce chase sets as well like F1 Armour, Futuro, The Grid, Hidden Gems, Inside Trax, Turn Up the Lights and Ultrasonic. These range from case hits to cards that will take several cases to uncover one.

2024 Topps Chrome Formula 1 racing cards at a glance:

Cards per pack: Hobby – 8, Qualifying Lap – 4
Packs per box: Hobby – 12, Qualifying Lap – 16
Boxes per case: Hobby – 12, Qualifying Lap – 20
Set size: 200 cards
Release date (subject to change): November 22, 2024