Reference · Careers
Every driver stint, every team.
Explore every notable Formula 1 driver-team partnership — current lineups and historical career stints, from Hamilton at Mercedes to Alonso at Ferrari.
Current pairings
20Current · 2022–present
Alexander Albon at Williams
Alexander Albon's tenure at Williams Racing has been defined by his remarkable ability to consistently extract performance from challenging machinery, leading the team's crucial rebuild.
Current · 2025–present
Carlos Sainz at Williams
Carlos Sainz's move to Williams Racing in 2025 marked a pivotal moment, positioning him as the experienced leader tasked with spearheading the team's ambitious revival efforts.
Current · 2019–present
Charles Leclerc at Ferrari
Charles Leclerc's Ferrari career is a narrative of exceptional raw speed and numerous poles, consistently outperforming teammates, yet the ultimate championship title has remained elusive.
Current · 2025–present
Esteban Ocon at Haas
Esteban Ocon's move to Haas in 2025 marked a significant shift for both driver and team, positioning him as the lead figure in a new era for the American outfit.
Current · 2023–present
Fernando Alonso at Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso's unexpected move to Aston Martin in 2023 dramatically revitalized the team, delivering immediate podium success and validating Lawrence Stroll's ambitious project.
Current · 2025–present
Gabriel Bortoleto at Kick Sauber
Gabriel Bortoleto's arrival at Kick Sauber in 2025 marked his Formula 1 debut, positioning him as a foundational talent for Audi's impending works team era.
Current · 2022–present
George Russell at Mercedes
George Russell's tenure at Mercedes, beginning in 2022, marked his ascent from a promising junior to a Grand Prix winner, now poised to lead the team into its next era.
Current · 2025–present
Isack Hadjar at Racing Bulls
Isack Hadjar's debut with Racing Bulls in 2025 marked his entry into Formula 1, a direct progression from his F2 success within the demanding Red Bull junior program.
Current · 2025–present
Jack Doohan at Alpine
Jack Doohan's debut with Alpine in 2025 marked a pivotal moment for both, as the team invested in its junior program talent to navigate a new era in Formula 1 after Esteban Ocon's departure.
Current · 2025–present
Kimi Antonelli at Mercedes
Andrea Kimi Antonelli's Mercedes tenure began in 2025, marking him as the youngest works driver and the designated successor to lead the team's next championship era.
Current · 2019–present
Lance Stroll at Aston Martin
Lance Stroll's tenure at Aston Martin, beginning with the team's 2021 rebrand, has seen him consistently partner with high-profile teammates, yet without securing a podium.
Current · 2019–present
Lando Norris at McLaren
Lando Norris's tenure at McLaren, from his 2019 debut to his 2025 World Championship, epitomizes a journey of mutual growth, culminating in a dominant title and cementing his status as a team stalwart.
Current · 2025–present
Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton's move to Scuderia Ferrari marked the most anticipated transfer of the modern era, uniting a seven-time world champion with F1's most iconic team.
Current · 2025–present
Liam Lawson at Red Bull Racing
Liam Lawson's elevation to Red Bull Racing for the 2025 season signified the culmination of his rapid ascent through the Red Bull junior ranks.
Current · 2015–present
Max Verstappen at Red Bull Racing
Max Verstappen's tenure at Red Bull Racing, commencing in 2016, has been defined by an unprecedented era of dominance, culminating in four consecutive World Championship titles.
Current · 2024–present
Nico Hülkenberg at Kick Sauber
Nico Hülkenberg's tenure at Kick Sauber, commencing in 2024, positions him as a crucial experienced hand guiding the team through its rebranding phase towards the anticipated Audi works era.
Current · 2025–present
Oliver Bearman at Haas
Oliver Bearman's full-time F1 career at Haas, beginning in 2025, solidified his place on the grid as a Ferrari junior after a memorable substitute performance.
Current · 2023–present
Oscar Piastri at McLaren
Oscar Piastri's tenure at McLaren, commencing in 2023, rapidly established him as a formidable talent, securing race victories and numerous podiums by his second season.
Current · 2023–present
Pierre Gasly at Alpine
Pierre Gasly's tenure at Alpine, commencing in 2023, positioned him as an experienced figure tasked with anchoring the Enstone team through a period of strategic realignment and fluctuating performance.
Current · 2021–present
Yuki Tsunoda at Racing Bulls
Yuki Tsunoda's tenure at Racing Bulls, commencing in 2024, has seen him evolve into a consistent points-scorer and a key figure in Red Bull's driver development pipeline.
Historical stints
222024–2024
Liam Lawson at Racing Bulls (2024)
Liam Lawson's 2024 stint at Racing Bulls, comprising the final six races, served as a high-stakes audition, solidifying his F1 credentials and securing a future Red Bull Racing seat.
2021–2022
Yuki Tsunoda at AlphaTauri (2021–2022)
Yuki Tsunoda's initial two seasons with AlphaTauri (2021–2022) showcased a raw, aggressive talent grappling with consistency and the steep learning curve of Formula 1.
2021–2024
Carlos Sainz at Ferrari (2021–2024)
Carlos Sainz's four-season tenure at Ferrari (2021–2024) saw him emerge as a consistent, strategic driver, often matching his highly-rated teammate Charles Leclerc and securing four Grand Prix victories.
2021–2022
Fernando Alonso at Alpine (2021–2022)
Fernando Alonso's two-year comeback with Alpine saw him consistently extract top-ten performance from a midfield car, culminating in a surprising departure for Aston Martin.
2020–2024
Esteban Ocon at Alpine (2020–2024)
Esteban Ocon's four seasons as a works driver for Alpine were defined by his unexpected victory at the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix, the team's sole win in this era, and a tenure marked by intense intra-team dynamics.
2020–2022
Pierre Gasly at AlphaTauri (2020–2022)
Pierre Gasly's AlphaTauri stint (2020–2022) was a remarkable redemption, highlighted by his iconic Monza victory, showcasing his talent after his Red Bull demotion.
2019–2020
Alexander Albon at Red Bull Racing (2019–2020)
Alexander Albon's Red Bull Racing tenure (2019-2020) saw a mid-season promotion, flashes of race pace, but ultimately an inability to consistently match Max Verstappen, leading to his replacement.
2019–2019
Pierre Gasly at Red Bull Racing (2019)
Pierre Gasly's 2019 half-season with Red Bull Racing was a challenging, high-pressure tenure that culminated in a mid-year demotion, marking a pivotal moment in his F1 career.
2019–2021
George Russell at Williams (2019–2021)
George Russell's three seasons at Williams (2019–2021) were defined by his consistent ability to extract extraordinary qualifying performance from an uncompetitive car, culminating in a near-win at Sakhir 2020.
2019–2020
Carlos Sainz at McLaren (2019–2020)
Carlos Sainz's tenure at McLaren from 2019 to 2020 was pivotal, re-establishing the team as a competitive force in the midfield and showcasing his consistent scoring ability.
2018–2018
Charles Leclerc at Sauber (2018)
Charles Leclerc's 2018 debut season with Sauber was a stunning showcase of his talent, consistently extracting performance from a midfield car and securing his rapid promotion to Ferrari.
2017–2018
Lance Stroll at Williams (2017–2018)
Lance Stroll's debut F1 seasons at Williams (2017–2018) saw him secure a memorable podium and score points in a team navigating a period of decline.
2017–2019
Esteban Ocon at Force India / Racing Point (2017–2019)
Esteban Ocon's two full seasons with Force India and its successor, Racing Point, established him as a consistent points scorer and a formidable competitor, particularly against his experienced teammate Sergio Pérez.
2017–2018
Carlos Sainz at Renault (2017–2018)
Carlos Sainz's 2017–2018 stint at Renault marked a crucial mid-career step-up, where his consistent points scoring significantly aided the factory team's post-return rebuild.
2015–2015
Max Verstappen at Toro Rosso (2015)
Max Verstappen's 2015 season with Toro Rosso marked his F1 debut at a record-breaking 17 years old, showcasing raw talent and aggressive driving that quickly propelled him towards a future with Red Bull Racing.
2015–2016
Carlos Sainz at Toro Rosso (2015–2016)
Carlos Sainz's two-year tenure at Toro Rosso from 2015 to 2016 established his F1 credentials, showcasing his raw talent and consistent performance against a formidable teammate.
2015–2018
Fernando Alonso at McLaren-Honda (2015–2018)
Fernando Alonso's second McLaren tenure, powered by Honda from 2015 to 2018, was a period defined by chronic underperformance, engine frustrations, and a stark display of a champion's talent without competitive machinery.
2013–2024
Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes (2013–2024)
Lewis Hamilton's eleven-year tenure at Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS forged the most dominant partnership in Formula 1 history, securing six World Championships and 84 victories.
2010–2014
Fernando Alonso at Ferrari (2010–2014)
Fernando Alonso's five seasons with Scuderia Ferrari, from 2010 to 2014, represented a period of intense individual brilliance often overshadowed by the team's inability to deliver a championship-winning car.
2007–2007
Fernando Alonso at McLaren (2007)
Fernando Alonso's 2007 McLaren season was a tumultuous, single-year tenure marked by intense intra-team rivalry with rookie Lewis Hamilton and a missed championship despite a potent car.
2007–2012
Lewis Hamilton at McLaren (2007–2012)
Lewis Hamilton's McLaren tenure (2007–2012) marked his sensational F1 debut, culminating in a dramatic 2008 World Championship and establishing him as a generational talent.
2003–2009
Fernando Alonso at Renault (2003–2009)
Fernando Alonso's tenure at Renault, spanning two distinct periods from 2003 to 2009, saw him clinch two consecutive World Championships, establishing him as a dominant force and the sport's youngest champion at the time.