Mercedes’ modern Formula 1 journey began in 2010 with the formation of their own works team, setting the stage for a remarkable ascent in Grand Prix racing. The team immediately captivated fans with the sensational comeback of Michael Schumacher, but it was their on-track performance that truly made headlines. In their debut season, they achieved three podium finishes, all thanks to Nico Rosberg. Rosberg further solidified their progress with a stunning pole position and victory double at the Chinese Grand Prix in 2012. The following year marked the arrival of Lewis Hamilton, partnering with Rosberg to form a formidable duo. Together, they engaged in epic title battles, propelling the Silver Arrows to unprecedented dominance and establishing them as one of the most powerful forces in modern F1 – a reign challenged only recently by Red Bull. Currently, with race winner George Russell alongside rising talent Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes remains a top contender in the sport.
2024
Despite securing two victories each for George Russell and Lewis Hamilton with the somewhat unpredictable W15, the team experienced a drop to fourth place in the overall standings. The season commenced with the surprising 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 showed minimal improvement over its predecessor. However, continuous development efforts allowed the team to overtake Ferrari for second place in the constructors’ championship in the final race of the season.
2022
Significant regulation changes reshaped the competitive landscape, and Mercedes’ W13 fell short of expectations, positioning them as the leading team behind Red Bull and Ferrari. Newcomer George Russell achieved their single victory of the season and outperformed Lewis Hamilton, who experienced his first winless F1 season.
2021
Mercedes faced the most significant challenge to their turbo-hybrid era dominance yet. Lewis Hamilton narrowly missed the drivers’ championship to Max Verstappen of Red Bull, despite winning eight races. Nevertheless, 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 secured 11 victories, breaking numerous records on his way to equaling Schumacher’s seventh drivers’ title, even after missing a race due to Covid-19. With two additional wins from Valtteri Bottas, the Silver Arrows achieved another dominant double championship victory.
