Mercedes’ modern Formula 1 journey began in 2010, marking the creation of a works team that would soon redefine the sport. The return of the legendary Michael Schumacher ignited immediate excitement, but it was the on-track performances of their drivers that truly captured attention. Nico Rosberg delivered three podium finishes in their debut season, setting the stage for future triumphs. In 2012, Rosberg secured a landmark pole position and victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, signaling Mercedes’ growing prowess.
The 2013 season saw the arrival of Lewis Hamilton, forming a formidable partnership with Rosberg. This pairing sparked intense internal rivalries and epic championship battles, propelling the Silver Arrows to unprecedented dominance. Mercedes became the benchmark in Formula 1, consistently outperforming rivals and establishing themselves as a modern era powerhouse – a reign only challenged by the rise of Red Bull. Despite this shift in dominance, Mercedes remains a top contender, now featuring the proven race winner George Russell alongside the highly anticipated rising star Kimi Antonelli, underscoring their commitment to fielding top-tier F1 Mercedes Drivers.
The 2024 season presented a mixed bag for the team. Despite George Russell and Lewis Hamilton each securing two victories with the often unpredictable W15 car, Mercedes slipped to fourth in the overall standings. A major announcement rocked the F1 world early in the season: Lewis Hamilton declared his move to Ferrari at the end of the year, signaling a significant shift in the driver landscape.
2023 marked a rare winless year for Mercedes, the first since 2011. The W14, despite expectations, showed limited improvement over its predecessor. However, relentless development efforts throughout the season allowed the team to overtake Ferrari and secure second place in the constructors’ championship at the season finale, demonstrating their resilience and engineering depth.
In 2022, sweeping regulation changes reshaped the competitive order. Mercedes’ W13 challenger missed the mark, leaving them trailing behind Red Bull and Ferrari. George Russell, the team’s new recruit, achieved Mercedes’ sole victory of the season and notably outperformed Lewis Hamilton, who experienced his first winless season in his illustrious Formula 1 career.
The 2021 season brought the toughest challenge yet to Mercedes’ turbo-hybrid era supremacy. Lewis Hamilton narrowly lost the drivers’ championship to Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in a season of intense rivalry, although he still managed to win eight races. The team, however, demonstrated its strength in depth and strategic execution to secure an eighth consecutive constructors’ title, further cementing their legacy.
The 2020 season saw Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton reach new heights of performance. Hamilton dominated the championship, winning 11 races and breaking numerous records on his way to a seventh drivers’ title, equaling Michael Schumacher’s record. This achievement was even more remarkable as he missed a race due to Covid-19. Valtteri Bottas added two more wins, contributing to another dominant double championship victory for the Silver Arrows, showcasing the exceptional caliber of F1 Mercedes drivers.
