get_f1_standingsGet the public Formula 1 driver and constructor standings for a season with canonical source links.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| year | Yes | Formula 1 season year. |
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| year | Yes | ||
| drivers | Yes | ||
| sourceUrl | Yes | ||
| sessionKey | Yes | ||
| canonicalUrl | Yes | ||
| constructors | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
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+}Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, idempotentHint=true, and destructiveHint=false, so the agent knows this is a safe read operation. The description adds the specificity that the data is 'public' and includes 'canonical source links', giving context about the data provenance and output expectation beyond what annotations provide. However, it does not describe pagination or any rate limits, but those are not critical for a simple standings lookup.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single, densely informative sentence that front-loads the action and scope. Every word earns its place—no filler or redundancy. It is optimally brief while conveying the essential details.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For a simple parameterized tool with an output schema (as indicated by CONTEXT), the description provides the key aspects: what data is returned (driver and constructor standings) and the scope (per season with links). The existence of an output schema means the agent can rely on it for return value details. The only minor gap is the lack of explicit usage timing, but the overall specificity is sufficient for a competent agent.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The input schema covers the single parameter 'year' with a description and limits (1950-2100). The description does not add additional meaning beyond the schema, such as the significance of year ranges or specific season formats (e.g., calendar year vs. championship year). Since schema coverage is 100%, the baseline of 3 is appropriate—no extra behavior is added but nothing is lacking either.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states a specific verb ('Get'), resource ('driver and constructor standings'), and scope ('for a season' plus 'public...with canonical source links'). It is distinct from sibling tools, which target races, circuits, and historical race results, leaving no ambiguity about which tool to use for standings.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives, though its purpose is clear enough that an agent can infer the use case. It lacks guidance on prerequisites (if any) or situations where a sibling tool (e.g., get_f1_historical_race_results) might be preferable, leaving room for misinterpretation in ambiguous contexts.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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