Mercedes-Benz’s modern Formula 1 journey began with the establishment of a works team in 2010, setting the stage for a remarkable ascent in the Grand Prix racing world. The team immediately sparked excitement with the sensational comeback of Michael Schumacher, and the on-track performance quickly followed. In their debut season, they achieved three podium finishes, all thanks to Nico Rosberg. The breakthrough moment arrived in 2012 when Rosberg secured a pole position and victory double at the Chinese Grand Prix. The following season saw Lewis Hamilton join Rosberg, forming a formidable partnership. This duo engaged in epic title battles as the Silver Arrows dominated Formula 1, becoming one of the most powerful forces in the sport’s modern era – until Red Bull emerged to challenge their reign. However, with the talented George Russell now alongside rising star Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes remains a top contender in Formula 1.
2024
Despite securing two victories each for George Russell and Lewis Hamilton with the somewhat inconsistent W15 car, the team experienced a drop to fourth place in the overall standings. The season began with the shocking announcement of Hamilton’s departure to Ferrari at the end of the year.
2023
For the first time since 2011, Mercedes did not win a Grand Prix, as the W14 proved to be only marginally better than its predecessor. Nevertheless, continuous development efforts allowed the team to overtake Ferrari for second place in the constructors’ championship at the final race of the season.
2022
Significant regulation changes reshaped the competitive landscape, and Mercedes’ W13 car did not meet expectations. This resulted in them becoming the ‘best of the rest,’ trailing behind Red Bull and Ferrari. Newcomer George Russell achieved their single victory of the season and outperformed Lewis Hamilton, who experienced his first winless Formula 1 season.
2021
Mercedes faced the most significant challenge to their turbo-hybrid era dominance yet. Lewis Hamilton narrowly lost the drivers’ championship to Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, despite winning eight races. However, the team managed to secure their eighth consecutive constructors’ title.
2020
Just when it seemed Mercedes couldn’t improve further, they – and particularly Lewis Hamilton – elevated their performance. The reigning champion achieved 11 victories and broke numerous records on his way to equalling Michael Schumacher’s record of seven drivers’ titles, even after missing a race due to Covid-19. With two additional wins from Valtteri Bottas, the Silver Arrows secured another dominant double championship victory.
