Since its inaugural season all the way back in 1950, 115 different drivers have taken the chequered flag to win a Formula 1 Grand Prix. Of those drivers, some have proven more successful than others during their careers by not only picking up more race wins but also amassing more world championships along the way.

Whether you’re curious about Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari era, McLaren’s resurgence with Oscar Piastri, or how rookies like Isack Hadjar will fare, here’s the definitive ranking of all 20 drivers on the 2025 F1 grid—based on talent, performance, and just a little bit of potential.

The 10 greatest drivers in Formula One history have been ranked, with Lewis Hamilton, Ayrton Senna and Fernando Alonso all included.