Mercedes’ modern Formula 1 journey began in 2010 with the creation of their works team, a move that set the stage for an extraordinary ascent in Grand Prix racing. The initial buzz was immense, fueled by the sensational comeback of Michael Schumacher. However, it wasn’t long before the team’s on-track performance began to make headlines, with Nico Rosberg securing three podium finishes in their debut season. Rosberg continued to impress, achieving a landmark pole position and victory double at the Chinese Grand Prix in 2012.
The subsequent season saw Rosberg joined by Lewis Hamilton, forming a formidable driver partnership. This duo engaged in epic battles for the title, driving the Silver Arrows to unprecedented dominance and establishing Mercedes as one of the most powerful teams in modern F1 history. While Red Bull eventually challenged their supremacy, Mercedes remains a top contender, now featuring proven race winner George Russell alongside rising star Kimi Antonelli, continuing the legacy of exceptional Mercedes F1 Drivers.
2024
Despite securing two wins each for George Russell and Lewis Hamilton with the W15, an inconsistent car, Mercedes experienced a drop to fourth place overall. The season was also marked by the shocking announcement of Lewis Hamilton’s departure to Ferrari at the end of the year, signaling a significant shift in the Mercedes driver lineup for the future.
2023
For the first time since 2011, Mercedes didn’t win a single Grand Prix, as the W14 showed limited improvement over its predecessor. However, continuous development efforts allowed the team to surpass Ferrari in the standings and secure second place overall in the final race of the season, showcasing the resilience of the team and its drivers.
2022
Major regulation changes reshaped the competitive landscape, and Mercedes’ W13 car did not meet expectations, positioning them behind Red Bull and Ferrari. Newcomer George Russell achieved Mercedes’ only victory of the season and outperformed Lewis Hamilton, who experienced his first winless season in his Formula 1 career, highlighting a season of change and adaptation for the Mercedes F1 drivers.
2021
Mercedes faced their toughest challenge in the turbo-hybrid era. Lewis Hamilton narrowly missed out on the drivers’ championship to Max Verstappen of Red Bull, despite winning eight races. The team, however, managed to secure their eighth consecutive constructors’ title, demonstrating their continued strength and depth, even amidst intense driver competition.
2020
Mercedes, and particularly Lewis Hamilton, reached new heights of performance. Hamilton dominated the season, winning 11 races and breaking numerous records on his way to equaling Michael Schumacher’s record of seven drivers’ titles, even after missing a race due to Covid-19. Valtteri Bottas added two more wins, securing another dominant double championship for the Silver Arrows and further cementing the legacy of Mercedes F1 drivers.
