2023 Formula 1 Season Recap: Verstappen’s Dominance and Records

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In the thrilling 2023 Formula 1 World Championship, Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing emerged as the undisputed champion after a sensational victory at the Qatar Grand Prix in October. This triumph marked Verstappen’s third consecutive title, solidifying his status as a dominant force in the sport.

What truly sets Verstappen’s 2023 season apart are the remarkable records he established. With the culmination of the Las Vegas Grand Prix over the past weekend, he secured a total of 18 race wins throughout the season, surpassing his own record of 15 from the previous year. Moreover, he achieved an astounding 10 consecutive victories, eclipsing Sebastian Vettel’s previous record of nine, set back in 2013 when he too was driving for Red Bull.

Verstappen’s victory in Las Vegas was his 53rd career win, matching the tally set by Vettel. He now stands as one of the all-time greats, with only Michael Schumacher (91) and Lewis Hamilton (103) ahead of him. Remarkably, Verstappen is a mere 26 years old, hinting at the potential for further achievements in his promising career.

Red Bull Racing had even more reasons to celebrate as they clinched the 2023 Constructors’ title earlier in September, following the Japanese Grand Prix. However, Verstappen’s teammate, Sergio Perez, faced a mixed season. While he managed to secure second place in the Drivers’ standings, his performance was marred by inconsistencies, including mishaps during qualifying and race-day crashes, such as the unfortunate incident at his home race, the Mexican Grand Prix.

Aston Martin provided an early-season surprise, with star driver Fernando Alonso consistently delivering strong results. Alonso graced the podium seven times, finishing third in various races, including Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Miami, and Brazil, and securing second place in Monaco and the Netherlands.

McLaren staged a remarkable comeback in the latter part of the season, with drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri consistently performing well and frequently reaching the podium.

Among the rookie drivers, Oscar Piastri emerged as the standout performer, amassing an impressive 89 points, outperforming more experienced drivers like Pierre Gasly, Esteban Ocon, and Valtteri Bottas. Notably, Daniel Ricciardo temporarily replaced Piastri during some races due to an injury, with reserve driver Liam Lawson stepping in and making a positive impression.

As the season draws to a close with the upcoming Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Max Verstappen’s dominance and Red Bull Racing’s success in 2023 will undoubtedly be remembered as a defining chapter in Formula 1 history.

Here are the final standings for the 2023 F1 Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships:

2023 F1 Drivers’ Championship Standings:

1. Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing – 549 points
2. Sergio Perez, Red Bull Racing – 273 points
3. Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes-Benz AMG – 232 points
4. Carlos Sainz, Ferrari – 200 points
5. Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin – 200 points
6. Lando Norris, McLaren – 195 points
7. Charles Leclerc, Ferrari – 188 points
8. George Russell, Mercedes-Benz AMG – 160 points
9. Oscar Piastri, McLaren – 89 points
10. Lance Stroll, Aston Martin – 73 points
11. Pierre Gasly, Alpine – 62 points
12. Esteban Ocon, Alpine – 58 points
13. Alexander Albon, Williams – 27 points
14. Yuki Tsunoda, AlphaTauri – 13 points
15. Valtteri Bottas, Alfa Romeo – 10 points
16. Nico Hulkenberg, Haas – 9 points
17. Daniel Ricciardo, AlphaTauri – 6 points
18. Zhou Guanyu, Alfa Romeo – 6 points
19. Kevin Magnussen, Haas – 3 points
20. Liam Lawson, AlphaTauri – 2 points
21. Logan Sargeant, Williams – 1 point
22. Nyck De Vries, AlphaTauri – 0 points

2023 F1 Constructors’ Championship Standings:

1. Red Bull Racing – 822 points
2. Mercedes-Benz AMG – 392 points
3. Ferrari – 388 points
4. McLaren – 284 points
5. Aston Martin – 273 points
6. Alpine – 120 points
7. Williams – 28 points
8. AlphaTauri – 21 points
9. Alfa Romeo – 16 points
10. Haas – 12 points

The 2023 F1 season featured some remarkable race winners, adding to the excitement of the championship:

• Bahrain Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Saudi Arabian Grand Prix – Sergio Perez, Red Bull Racing
• Australian Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Azerbaijan Grand Prix – Sergio Perez, Red Bull Racing
• Miami Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Emilia Romagna Grand Prix – Canceled
• Monaco Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Spanish Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Canadian Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Austrian Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• British Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Hungarian Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Belgian Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Dutch Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Italian Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Singapore Grand Prix – Carlos Sainz, Ferrari
• Japanese Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Qatar Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• United States Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Mexican Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Brazilian Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Las Vegas Grand Prix – Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
• Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – TBD

The 2023 F1 season has been nothing short of spectacular, with Max Verstappen’s record-breaking achievements etching his name in the annals of motorsport history.

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• Sebastian Vettel’s Career Stats
• Michael Schumacher’s Career Stats
• Lewis Hamilton’s Career Stats
• Oscar Piastri’s Profile
• Daniel Ricciardo’s Profile
• Liam Lawson’s Profile
• 2023 Formula 1 Final Standings
• 2023 Formula 1 Constructors’ Standings
• Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Information