When it comes to speed, strategy and the pursuit of excellence, it all goes to F1 World Champions. Knowing the F1 World Champions of the sport is important, especially for fans and enthusiasts. We delve into 10 years of F1 World Champions, from the drivers to their teams and the engines that paved their way.
CHAMPION OF THE WORLD AGAIN 🏆🏆🏆🏆#F1 #LasVegasGP pic.twitter.com/i8jRO4k3hm
— Formula 1 (@F1) November 24, 2024
F1 Drivers’ Champions List: Past 10 Years
| Year | Driver | Team | Engine | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | Honda | Fourth straight title confirms dominance in F1. |
| 2023 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | Honda | Demonstrated consistency across all circuits. |
| 2022 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | Honda | Maintained exceptional performance and strategic brilliance. |
| 2021 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | Honda | Secured first title in a dramatic season finale against Lewis Hamilton. |
| 2020 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | Mercedes | Matched Michael Schumacher’s record with his seventh world title. |
| 2019 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | Mercedes | Sixth title win, showcasing unmatched versatility and dominance. |
| 2018 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | Mercedes | Outperformed a strong challenge from Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel. |
| 2017 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | Mercedes | Reclaimed the title, beginning another dominant phase for Mercedes. |
| 2016 | Nico Rosberg | Mercedes | Mercedes | Won his sole championship after an intense rivalry with Hamilton. |
| 2015 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | Mercedes | Displayed exceptional focus to secure his third title. |
Max Verstappen is the 5th driver ever to win 4 straight drivers’ championships.
• Max Verstappen, 2021-2024
• Michael Schumacher, 2000-2004
• Lewis Hamilton, 2017-2020
• Sebastian Vettel, 2010-2013
• Juan Manuel Fangio, 1954-1957His 2024 title defence was an all-timer. pic.twitter.com/GPQhi0f9I6
— Daniel Valente 🏎️ (@F1GuyDan) November 24, 2024
F1 Champions: Trends and Insights
- Most Titles in the Last Decade: Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton dominate with four and six titles, respectively.
- Top Teams: Mercedes and Red Bull have been the powerhouse teams, sharing all championship victories since 2014.
- Engine Performance: Honda and Mercedes engines have been the benchmark for excellence, consistently powering championship-winning cars.
Beyond the Last Decade
For F1 enthusiasts who want to read even more about F1, there has never been more on all-time F1 statistics, driver rankings, and of course, teams and race history. Test your F1 knowledge with our quizzes and learn more about the sport’s storied past.
The past champions of Formula 1 represent the soul of the sport, precision, passion, and the relentless drive to be perfect. With the evolution of the grid, a new era of champions is awaited by fans.
