Meet The Drivers
Formula One has really come into the mainstream in the last few years since Drive To Survive hit our screens through Netflix. 20 drivers race across the world in a bid to win the World Driver’s Championship and the World Constructor’s Championship and we’re here to give you a bit of information on the drivers!
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Red Bull
Max Verstappen #1: Max Verstappen is a Belgian-born Dutch driver who is the reigning World Champion, after winning back to back titles in 2021 and 2022.
Sergio Perez #11: In Formula One since 2011, Perez has grafted his way to the top teams. Finishing 3rd in the standings last year, he’ll be looking to challenge Verstappen this year.
Ferrari
Charles Leclerc #16: The Monegasque driver is now in his sixth season as an F1 driver. He finished 2nd last year in the standings, but if not for some bad decision from the pit wall, he could’ve been even closer.
Carlos Sainz #55: Sainz comes from racing loyalty, as his father is a 2x World Rally Champion. Sainz won his first race in F1 in 2022 and he’ll be looking to build on that this year.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton #44: The 7 time World Champion is now in his tenth year with Mercedes. More wins, poles and podiums than anyone else, he’s looking to win a record breaking 8th world title.
George Russell #63: Only the 3rd driver to beat Lewis Hamilton over a season in equal machinery, Russell will be looking to add to his maiden win in Brazil last season.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon #31: At Alpine since 2020, Ocon is the new number 1 driver this season. The Frenchman will be aiming to finish higher than 8th this year and adding to his win in Hungary in 2022.
Pierre Gasly #10: The Frenchman is in his first season in F1 not under the Red Bull banner. Still only 27, he does have time to make his mark in F1.
McLaren
Lando Norris #4: His father in the top 500 richest people in the UK, but Bristol-born Norris is looking to make his own successes – now the clear number 1 driver at McLaren, he’s looking for that illustrious first win.
Oscar Piastri #81: The young Australian was the centre of huge drama in silly season last year – turning down Alpine to join McLaren could be a huge mistake, but its up to the 21 year old to prove to everyone he made the right decision as he quests to be the third Australian World Champion.
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas #77: Now in his second year at Alfa, the Finnish driver will be hoping to repeat a top 10 finish again like in the 2022 season.
Zhou Guanyu #24: China’s first Formula One driver didn’t exactly set the world alight last season, scoring only 6 points, but the young driver will certainly have settled in by now and will be hoping to push on.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso #14: The 2 time World Champion switched from Alpine and is so far reaping the rewards. Aston Martin have struck gold this year and Alonso will be leading the charge.
Lance Stroll #18: He may arguably only be in the sport due to his father, but he has a great opportunity to really push on and prove himself in a great car.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen #20: The Dane made a shock return to the sport last year, but did himself proud by scoring a maiden pole position in Brazil.
Nico Hülkenberg #27: His first full season since 2019, Nico will be looking to push Magnussen and try keep his spot in the sport for many years to come.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda #22: The young Japanese driver is into his third season now and is the number one driver. He’ll be hoping to eradicate the mistakes this year though, as he’s definitely fighting for his future now.
Nyck de Vries #21: In his debut season, de Vries will be aiming to grab this chance with both hands. Not getting any younger, the Dutchman will be desperate to show he’s worthy of a spot in F1.
Williams
Alex Albon #23: After leaving Red Bull, Alex hasn’t done too bad. He is in a disastrous car, but did manage to score some points. He’ll need a big year and will move onto bigger and better things.
Logan Sargent #2: Not exactly a spectacular career leading to F1, but he’s here nonetheless. Not much expected of the young American, however he’ll be aiming to at least beat his teammate.
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