F1 is the ultimate racing ground, where only the best drivers survive and etch their names into history. Over more than seven decades, the sport has seen fierce rivalries, technological advancements, and moments of pure joy. Among these moments are the ones when drivers created history by winning one title after another. In this article, we will take a look at the F1 drivers with the most titles, along with their pole position records.
F1 Drivers With The Most Titles
Lewis Hamilton
No matter how much Hamilton struggles today, he stands as the standard of F1 and has the most titles, being seven (2008, 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020). His career has been marked by remarkable success and consistency, winning races in nearly every season he has been since his debut.
He holds the record for most pole positions as well in F1 history, with 104 poles. He has also won 105 Grand Prix wins, and his dominance in his stint with Mercedes is something that will go down in the history books for excellence. He leads the board when it comes to F1 drivers with the most titles.
Michael Schumacher
Michael Schumacher’s legacy was defined by seven world championships in 1994, 1995, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004. This is a milestone only matched by Lewis Hamilton. Schumacher’s era with Ferrari was particularly dominant as he won five consecutive titles. He retired with 91 race wins and 68 pole positions and is known for his technical strategy and ethics, making him one of the F1 drivers with the most titles.
Juan Manuel Fangio
Fangio was one of F1’s most popular superstars, winning five world championships in the 1950s. His mastery across multiple teams like Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Mercedes, and Ferrari showcased a versatility that matched no one. His adaptability is unparalleled to this date. He secured 24 race wins and 29 pole positions in just 51 races, giving him one of the highest win and pole percentages in F1 history.
Max Verstappen
Max Verstappen is one of the most popular drivers in F1 in today’s date. He rapidly rose to success and became one of F1’s most successful drivers, clinching four consecutive world titles (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024). He’s known for his aggressive driving and race craft and has redefined the meaning of racing in the modern era with Red Bull Racing. As of 2025, he has won 65 races and 39 pole positions.
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