Season snapshot · 2014
Source: Jolpica F1 API- WDC finish
- P1
- Wins
- 11
- Podiums
- 16
- Points
- 384
- DNFs
- 3
- Constructor
- Mercedes AMG F1
Race-by-race
| Race | Grid | Finish | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian | P1 | Power unit | 0 |
| Malaysian | P1 | P1 | 25 |
| Bahrain | P2 | P1 | 25 |
| Chinese | P1 | P1 | 25 |
| Spanish | P1 | P1 | 25 |
| Monaco | P2 | P2 | 18 |
| Canadian | P2 | Brakes | 0 |
| Austrian | P9 | P2 | 18 |
| British | P6 | P1 | 25 |
| German | P20 | P3 | 15 |
| Hungarian | Pit | P3 | 15 |
| Belgian | P2 | Collision damage | 0 |
| Italian | P1 | P1 | 25 |
| Singapore | P1 | P1 | 25 |
| Japanese | P2 | P1 | 25 |
| Russian | P1 | P1 | 25 |
| United States | P2 | P1 | 25 |
| Brazilian | P2 | P2 | 18 |
| Abu Dhabi | P2 | P1 | 50 |
Lewis Hamilton's 2014 Formula 1 season was the crucible that forged his second World Championship, marking the dawn of Mercedes' hybrid dominance and a defining intra-team rivalry.
Going in
The 2014 season ushered in a significant shift for Formula 1 with the introduction of the V6 turbo-hybrid power units. These regulations, emphasizing fuel efficiency and complex energy recovery systems, represented a new technical challenge for all teams. Mercedes, having invested heavily in the new powertrain, arrived with a car that quickly proved to be the class of the field. Hamilton, in his second year with Mercedes, was poised to capitalize on this advantage, having spent 2013 integrating into the team. The stage was set for a championship battle, with his former karting rival and now teammate, Nico Rosberg, expected to be his primary challenger.
How it played out
Hamilton's season began with setbacks. A pole position at the Australian Grand Prix quickly turned into a DNF due to a power unit issue after just two laps. This was followed by another retirement in Canada, this time due to brake failure. These early reliability problems allowed Rosberg to build a points advantage. However, Hamilton responded with a formidable run of four consecutive victories in Malaysia, Bahrain, China, and Spain, demonstrating the W05's raw pace and his ability to extract its maximum performance. The rivalry with Rosberg intensified, notably at the Monaco Grand Prix where a controversial qualifying incident saw Rosberg secure pole, leading to a second-place finish for Hamilton.
The mid-season brought further challenges, including starting from 20th in Germany and 0th in Hungary due to qualifying issues, yet Hamilton still managed podium finishes in both races. The Belgian Grand Prix saw a pivotal moment when a collision with Rosberg resulted in another DNF for Hamilton, widening Rosberg's championship lead. However, from the Italian Grand Prix onwards, Hamilton found an unstoppable rhythm. He secured five consecutive victories in Italy, Singapore, Japan, Russia, and the United States, showcasing a peak performance that consistently outmaneuvered his teammate. This late-season surge was critical, especially with the controversial double points awarded for the final race in Abu Dhabi.