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The F1 grid is expanding to 11 teams this year – but how do they rank when it comes to race starts?
The 2026 F1 season is quickly approaching, and teams are putting the finishing touches on their cars for the upcoming races.
Experience is crucial during times of significant car changes, as drivers play a pivotal role in developing their cars.
The current F1 grid has a good mix of veteran drivers and young talents, with several rookies making their debut last season.
Only one rookie, Arvid Lindblad, will join the grid for the 2026 season, which will see new technical regulations in place.
Aston Martin boasts the most experienced driver line-up, led by Fernando Alonso with a record 425 race starts.
Ferrari relies heavily on Lewis Hamilton’s experience, while newcomers Cadillac have the third most experienced line-up with Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas.
Check out the full list to see how each team’s driver line-up shapes up for the upcoming season!
