- 1,131 Races: This total includes the Indianapolis 500 races (1950-1960) — a testament to enduring Sunday afternoon excitement.
- 787 Drivers: From 41 countries, with the US leading at 151, followed by the UK and Italy.
- 34 World Champions: Sebastian Vettel was the youngest at 23, while Juan Manuel Fangio was the oldest at 46.
- 115 Grand Prix Winners: Alas, Top Gear's favorite, Taki Inoue, didn't make this list.
- 216 Podium Finishers: Despite never standing on one himself, Inoue remains a cult favorite.
- 107 Polesitters: With Lewis Hamilton topping the chart at 104, Schumacher follows with 68, and Senna with 65.
- 77 Circuits, 34 Countries: Monza leads with 74 races, Monaco follows with 70, and Silverstone with 59.
- 11 One-time Circuits: Names like Casablanca and Dallas evoke nostalgia among fans.
- 363,956 Kilometers Driven: The equivalent of nine laps around Earth — fittingly fast-paced, unlike Taki Inoue.
- 18 Years, 7 Months, 15 Days: Max Verstappen’s age when he became the youngest race winner in 2016.
- 407 Race Starts: Fernando Alonso's record, debuting in 2001 and still going strong.
- 105 Wins: Achieved by Lewis Hamilton. Schumacher follows with 91, while Verstappen is ambitiously catching up.
- Seven Championships Each for Hamilton and Schumacher: Their duopoly may continue for years.
- Nine Wins at a Single Circuit: Hamilton’s record at Silverstone highlights his dominance.
- Longest Pole Gap: Kimi Räikkönen waited over 8 years, from 2008 to 2017, between pole positions.
Formula 1 is a sport rich in history and records. From its humble beginnings, it has become an arena for astonishing athletic feats, decorated champions, and a captivating narrative of motorsport evolution.
