P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 season-finale stats
In 2023, Max Verstappen has been dominant in Formula 1, setting multiple records and surpassing legendary drivers. Verstappen’s win percentage is an astonishing 85.7%, surpassing the previous record holders of Alberto Ascari and Michael Schumacher. He has achieved 19 victories this season, with a chance to further raise the record to 86.4% in Abu Dhabi. Verstappen has climbed to 53 career victories, surpassing Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost on the all-time winner’s list.
In qualifying, Verstappen has secured 11 poles, not able to match Sebastian Vettel’s record of 15 poles in a season. Other drivers like Charles Leclerc, Sergio Perez, Carlos Sainz, and Lewis Hamilton have also secured pole positions. Leclerc leads the pack with five poles, and Ferrari has seven poles compared to Red Bull’s 13.
Eleven drivers have made it to the podium this season, with Perez and Sainz achieving victories. Norris has had a strong season, finishing on the podium five times in the last seven races. Lance Stroll is the only driver to finish fourth without making it to the podium.
Red Bull’s Honda RBPT engine has powered cars to 29 podium finishes, but Mercedes is close behind with 24 podiums, thanks to Mercedes, Aston Martin, and McLaren.
