McLaren Formula One team is one of the oldest and greatest teams in Formula One history. Its drivers include many world-class F1 drivers, including the all-time greatest, Ayrton Senna, and the modern world’s greatest, Lewis Hamilton.
List of some of the best McLaren F1 drivers, along with their race wins and titles
| Driver | Years with McLaren | Races | Wins | Titles |
| Bruce McLaren | 1966-1970 | 45 | 4 | 0 |
| James Hunt | 1976-1978 | 30 | 9 | 1 (1976) |
| Emerson Fittipaldi | 1974-1975 | 28 | 5 | 0 |
| Niki Lauda | 1982-1985 | 58 | 8 | 0 |
| Alain Prost | 1984-1989 | 89 | 30 | 1 (1985) |
| Ayrton Senna | 1988-1993 | 80 | 35 | 0 |
| Mika Hakkinen | 1993-2001 | 165 | 20 | 2 (1998, 1999) |
| David Coulthard | 1996-2004 | 150 | 12 | 0 |
| Kimi Raikkonen | 2002-2006 | 87 | 9 | 0 |
| Lewis Hamilton | 2007-2012 | 95 | 21 | 1 (2008) |
1. Bruce McLaren
Bruce McLaren was a fabulous driver and founder of the McLaren team. His immense talent and vision had a long-lasting impact on motorsport. His ability to race high and still manage the team is a precedent for future racing team leaders.
2. James Hunt
James Hunt is always remembered as being flamboyant and daring in style. Winning the 1976 World Championship with a season that would be called dramatic by most, where he rivaled Niki Lauda throughout, was something his charismatic and fearless attitude never allowed to leave Formula 1 history.
3. Emerson Fittipaldi
Emerson Fittipaldi carried professionalism and skill to McLaren, which catapulted the team to success. Emerson was a two-time World Champion with Lotus before coming to McLaren. He provided a perfect understanding and kept the team cool to winning some critical victories.
4. Niki Lauda
Niki Lauda was unparalleled in his determination and technical acumen. Returning to the sport with McLaren after a life-threatening crash, Lauda’s resilience and the minute details he could provide regarding the car’s performance made him a highly sought-after asset for the team.
5. Alain Prost
Alain Prost earned several victories, with McLaren relying on consistency and strategy. Then, the entire world was introduced to the rivalry in F1 as Prost and Ayrton Senna when he was still in the team McLaren-the closest example to perfection when using precision and tactical brilliance.
6. Ayrton Senna
Ayrton Senna is arguably one of the greatest racing drivers ever. When at McLaren, he drove with brilliant car control and speed. Senna and Alain Prost gave some of the most thrilling moments in racing due to their great rivalry and intense commitment to winning.
7. Mika Hakkinen
Mika Hakkinen brought serenity and a sense of steady determination to the team. Still, his straightforward driving skills, while retaining the ability to perform under extreme pressure, made him a stand-out driver of his era. He won two back-to-back World Championships in 1998 and 1999, on his way to securing an era defined by friendly rivalry with Michael Schumacher.
8. David Coulthard
David Coulthard was a consistent driver with a long-lasting career in the sport. He spent ten years with McLaren, during which time he finished on the podium and helped his teammates achieve their goals, making him a good team player.
9. Kimi Raikkonen
Kimi Raikkonen was the “Iceman” with his cool head and incredible raw talent. He won many fans at McLaren by demonstrating his raw speed and car-handling abilities in the most adverse conditions.
10. Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton quickly worked up to become one of the sport’s most talented and successful drivers. Winning the World Championship in 2008, in his second season only, set the subsequent pedestal of dominance, speed, skill, and determination for Lewis Hamilton in F1.
The Future Star of the McLaren Formula One Team
Lando Norris has emerged as a promising talent for McLaren. While he may not have secured a World Championship yet, Norris’s skill, consistency, and likable personality have earned him a place among McLaren’s best. If he continues on his great form and wins the championship, it could solidify his status as one of the greats.
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