Most F1 seasons on one team: Hamilton, Verstappen, more
When Lewis Hamilton joined Ferrari in 2025, the Formula One driver’s record-breaking relationship with Mercedes came to an end. Max Verstappen now has the longest active streak with a single team, having represented Red Bull since 2016.
Hamilton had been with the Mercedes brand since 2013. The seven-time Formula One champion began his F1 career with McLaren in 2007.
Where does Hamilton’s stint with Mercedes rank among the longest in class history? Here’s a look at the F1 drivers who have spent the most seasons with one team.
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12 seasons – Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes (2013-2025)
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11 seasons – Michael Schumacher and Ferrari (1996-2006)
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10 seasons – Max Verstappen and Red Bull (2016-present)
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9 seasons – Mark Webber and Jaguar/Red Bull (2003-04, ’07-13)
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9 seasons – David Coulthard and McLaren (1996-2004)
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9 seasons – Jim Clark and Lotus (1960-68)
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9 seasons – Jacques Laffite and Ligier (1976-82, ’85-86)
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9 seasons – Mika Hakkinen and McLaren (1993-2001)
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8 seasons – Kimi Raikkonen and Ferrari (2007-09, ’14-18)
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8 seasons – Felipe Massa and Ferrari (2006-13)
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8 seasons – Nick Heidfeld and Sauber (2001-03, ’06-10)
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8 seasons – Fernando Alonso and Renault/Alpine (2003-06, ’08-09, ’21-22)
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8 seasons – Pierluigi Martini and Minardi (1985, ’88-91, ’93-95)
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