Mercedes

Mercedes’ return as a full works team in Formula 1 began in 2010 and quickly laid the foundations for one of the most extraordinary success stories in the sport’s history. Early attention centred on Michael Schumacher’s high-profile comeback, but it was Nico Rosberg who delivered the team’s first on-track results. The arrival of Lewis Hamilton in 2013 ignited an era of unprecedented dominance, as Mercedes ruled the turbo-hybrid period with relentless efficiency. Although that supremacy was eventually challenged and overtaken by Red Bull, the Silver Arrows remain a front-running force, now led by George Russell alongside highly rated youngster Kimi Antonelli.

2025
George Russell steps confidently into the role of team leader, claiming two victories as Mercedes rebound to second place in the constructors’ standings, beaten only by a dominant McLaren. Rookie Kimi Antonelli experiences a mixed debut season but shows promise with three podium finishes.

2024
An inconsistent W15 leaves Mercedes fourth overall despite two wins each for Russell and Lewis Hamilton. The season is marked by the surprise announcement that Hamilton will leave the team for Ferrari at the end of the year.

2023
Mercedes endure their first winless season since 2011, with the W14 failing to deliver a step forward early on. Continuous development pays off late, allowing the team to edge Ferrari for second place in the championship at the final race.

2022
Major regulation changes catch Mercedes out, and the W13 struggles from the outset. Russell secures the team’s only victory and outscores Hamilton, who finishes a season without a win for the first time in his career.

2021
Mercedes face their toughest title fight of the hybrid era. Hamilton wins eight races but loses the drivers’ championship to Max Verstappen, while Mercedes narrowly retain the constructors’ title for an eighth consecutive season.

2020
Mercedes raise the bar yet again. Hamilton dominates with 11 wins and equals Michael Schumacher’s record of seven world titles, despite missing one race. Combined with two wins from Valtteri Bottas, the team secure another emphatic championship double.

2019
The season opens with an unprecedented run of five consecutive one-two finishes. Mercedes go on to claim their sixth straight drivers’ and constructors’ titles, with Hamilton sealing his sixth championship after sustained pressure from an improved Bottas.

2018
Hamilton leads the charge with 11 victories, securing a fifth consecutive title double for Mercedes. Ferrari often match or exceed Mercedes on raw pace, but consistency and execution prove decisive.

2017
A strong Ferrari challenge is overcome as Mercedes secure a fourth straight championship double. With Rosberg retired, Hamilton becomes the clear team leader, while Bottas takes his first three Grand Prix victories.

2016
Mercedes reach peak dominance, winning 19 of 21 races. Rosberg edges Hamilton in a season-long duel to claim the drivers’ title, then shocks the sport by announcing his immediate retirement.

2015
Hamilton and Mercedes continue their supremacy, winning 16 of 19 races and improving on their previous record with 12 one-two finishes, securing a second consecutive championship double.

2014
The start of the hybrid era sees Mercedes utterly dominant. They win 16 races and clinch both titles with ease, giving the team their first constructors’ championship and Hamilton his first title with Mercedes.

2013
The W04 shows strong qualifying pace and delivers multiple pole positions. Rosberg claims victory in Monaco, followed by further wins in Britain and Hungary. Mercedes finish second overall behind Red Bull.

2012
Rosberg delivers Mercedes’ first victory as a modern works team with a commanding win in China. Innovative technology brings early success, but performance fades later in the season.

2011
Progress stalls as Mercedes remain behind the leading trio of Red Bull, McLaren and Ferrari. Schumacher and Rosberg show flashes of potential but lack the consistency to challenge regularly.

2010
Mercedes return as a factory team following the acquisition of Brawn GP. Schumacher’s comeback draws global attention, but Rosberg consistently has the upper hand. The team finishes fourth in the constructors’ standings.