Lewis Hamilton’s 2025 season in Formula 1 has been nothing short of turbulent. The seven-time world champion, now racing for Ferrari, is facing a year filled with challenges unlike anything he has experienced before. What was supposed to be a triumphant new chapter with the Scuderia has turned into a struggle marked by disappointing race results, a car that doesn’t quite suit his racing style, and growing frustration.
Lewis Hamilton himself described a recent race weekend at Hungary as a “big struggle,” even calling himself “useless” after failing to qualify higher than 12th and finishing the race in the same position. Despite his best efforts, he’s yet to score a podium finish this season, trailing behind his teammate Charles Leclerc, who has often outperformed him.
Looking back, it’s hard to believe the man currently struggling with Ferrari’s issues was once widely considered the GOAT, the Greatest of All Time, in Formula 1. So, let’s take a look at his most dominant era, when he was absolutely smashing in the world of motorsports.
Lewis Hamilton’s Dominant Era
Lewis Hamilton’s dominant era truly began after joining Mercedes in 2013, where he quickly rose to superstardom. Between 2014 and 2020, Hamilton was a force of nature on the track, winning multiple World Championships and rewriting record books. His 2020 season, in particular, stands out as one of his most commanding performances, where he collected 11 wins and secured his seventh world title, tying Michael Schumacher’s all-time record.
Throughout his career, Lewis Hamilton has been known not just for his speed but also for his incredible consistency, racecraft, and coolness under pressure. With wins at iconic circuits like Silverstone and countless thrilling battles against fierce rivals, his legacy was firmly cemented during this golden era.
Here are all his achievements and records, listed out as we remember his most dominant wins.
| Record | Number / Detail | Previous Record Holder | Record Obtained In |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most World Championship Titles | 7 (tied with Michael Schumacher) | Michael Schumacher (7) | – |
| Most Race Wins (Grand Prix Victories) | 105 wins | Michael Schumacher (72) | Record set in 2020 |
| Most Wins with a Single Team (Mercedes) | 84 wins | Michael Schumacher (72) | Record set in 2020 |
| Most Pole Positions | 104 poles | Michael Schumacher (68) | Record set in 2017 |
| Most Pole Positions for One Team | 78 poles | Michael Schumacher (58) | Record set in 2019 |
| Most Wins at the Same Grand Prix | 9 wins (British GP) | Tied with Michael Schumacher (8) | As of the Hungarian Grand Prix 2025 |
| Most Consecutive Race Starts | 265 | Nico Rosberg (206) | Record set 2017 |
| Most Races with a Single Team | 246 | Michael Schumacher (180) | Record set 2022 |
| Most Podiums in Career | 202 podiums | Michael Schumacher (155) | Record set 2020 |
| Most Podiums with the Same Constructor | 154 (Mercedes) | Michael Schumacher | Record set 2021 |
| Most Career Points (adjusted to 2010 points system) | 5264.5 points | Michael Schumacher (3961) | Record set 2020 |
| Most Consecutive Seasons with a Win | 15 seasons | Michael Schumacher (15) | Record matched in 2021 |
| Most Consecutive Seasons with a Podium | 18 seasons | Michael Schumacher (15) | Record set in 2022 |
| Most fastest Laps | 55+ fastest laps with the same team | Michael Schumacher | Record extended through 2024 |
| Most Front Row Starts | 176 | Michael Schumacher (114) | Record set 2017 |
| Most Second Places | 57 | Michael Schumacher (43) | Record set 2021 |
Additional noteworthy records:
- Most wins from pole position
- Most laps led (over 5,000 laps)
- Most consecutive seasons with a pole position (15)
- Most fastest laps at a single Grand Prix (7, Monza)
- Most podiums at a single circuit (15, Silverstone)
A Turbulent 2025 Season
Yet, as dominant as those years were, the sport has evolved, and the 2025 season shows just how difficult it can be to stay at the top. Ferrari’s SF-25 car has been a tricky machine for Hamilton to master, and it lacks the competitiveness of Mercedes cars he had grown used to. However, Lewis Hamilton’s former team principal, Toto Wolff, insists that while this is a rough patch, “Lewis will always be the GOAT,” and he expects the driver’s fighting spirit to keep him in the sport for many more years to come.
Despite the hardships and a deeply frustrating year, hope is not lost for Hamilton and his fans. The upcoming regulation changes for the 2026 season promise a fresh start with radically different car designs, which could play to Lewis Hamilton’s strengths again.
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