Andrea Kimi Antonelli

Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team

320 PTS

Taking three podiums in his debut full season announced the arrival of the young Italian as a serious F1 talent. Adapting to new technical regulations will be key to his progress in 2026.

George Russell

Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team

236 PTS

The 28-year-old enjoyed his best F1 season to date in 2025. Turning podiums into wins will unlock any potential title challenge this season – if his Mercedes-AMG allows.

Lewis Hamilton

Scuderia Ferrari HP

214 PTS

The seven-time world champion had a challenging year with Ferrari in 2025, but he's back in 2026 chasing his dream of becoming the most successful driver in F1 history.

Charles Leclerc

Scuderia Ferrari HP

191 PTS

Starting his ninth season in F1, the Monaco-born driver will be keen to return to winning ways in 2026, after finishing on the second or third step of the podium seven times last season.

Lando Norris

McLaren Mastercard Formula 1

188 PTS

The reigning world champion returns to F1 full of confidence and focused on maintaining the momentum that took him to his first title in motorsport's top category.

Max Verstappen

Oracle Red Bull Racing F1 Team

188 PTS

Missing out on the 2025 world title will have hurt badly. He races to win. You can guarantee the Dutchman will be fired up and looking for revenge this term in his Ford-powered Red Bull.

Oscar Piastri

McLaren Mastercard Formula 1

128 PTS

Came of age last season as he won seven Grands Prix and challenged for the Drivers' title right up to the last race. Losing out to his team-mate will spur him on in 2026.

Isack Hadjar

Oracle Red Bull Racing F1 Team

96 PTS

A strong debut season with Racing Bulls has earned the French-Algerian racer a race seat alongside Max Verstappen for 2026. He'll want to make the most of the opportunity he's been given.

Liam Lawson

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team

65 PTS

The New Zealander has bags of natural talent, but he hasn't been able to translate that into solid results in F1 so far. He'll be eager to improve on P14 in the Drivers' points this term.

Pierre Gasly

BWT Alpine Formula One Team

41 PTS

Arrived on the F1 scene with a bang, but has struggled to deliver against his promise. Finishing 18th in the 2025 Drivers' standings was a career low. Has the potential to be a regular challenger.

Arvid Lindblad

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team

38 PTS

The youngest-ever race winner in F3 and F2, the young Briton arrives in F1 with a glowing reputation. Whether the 18-year-old can fulfil his potential at the highest level remains to be seen.

Franco Colapinto

BWT Alpine Formula One Team

27 PTS

The Argentine moved to Alpine in 2025 after impressing in a handful of events at Williams. But his first full season in F1 was a struggle. He'll be hoping for an upturn in results this season.

Oliver Bearman

TGR Haas F1 Team

20 PTS

With an impressive first full season behind him – in which he out-scored his more experienced team-mate, the young Briton will be hoping to score some podium finishes in 2026.

Gabriel Bortoleto

Audi Revolut F1 Team

10 PTS

The Brazilian made a strong start to his F1 career with Sauber during 2025, recording a P13 average finishing position across the year. Has the tools to flourish at Audi.

Nico Hulkenberg

Audi Revolut F1 Team

7 PTS

A highly capable driver, but has never had an opportunity with a front-line team in F1. Recruited to bring some valuable experience to the debutant Audi team and to help develop a competitive car.

Esteban Ocon

TGR Haas F1 Team

7 PTS

The move to Haas didn't bring the Frenchman the results he would have wanted last season, but with a season under his belt and more familiarity with his team, perhaps things will click this time around?

Fernando Alonso

Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team

7 PTS

With more than 400 Grands Prix under his belt, the two-time world champion is F1’s elder statesman. Hugely respected across the world, the Spaniard is still very quick.

Carlos Sainz

Atlassian Williams F1 Team

7 PTS

Was instrumental in helping to turn Williams' fortunes around last term, and securing two podiums in 2025 has given the team some solid foundations to build on. Can he become a winner?

Alexander Albon

Atlassian Williams F1 Team

5 PTS

The Thai driver has bundles of natural talent and is more than proving his worth at Williams. Finishing P8 in last season's Drivers' points will have given him confidence heading into 2026.

Lance Stroll

Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team

The only Canadian on the grid, Stroll is the son of Aston Martin team owner Lawrence. Has displayed moments of brilliance but only has three podium finishes to his name so far.

Valtteri Bottas

Cadillac Formula 1 Team

The charismatic Finn is rejoining the grid after a season in inactivity, and has been recruited to drive the Cadillac team forward. He brings bags of experience the project – and natural speed.

Sergio Perez

Cadillac Formula 1 Team

The experienced Mexican returns to F1 with Cadillac after a season on the sidelines. Expect him to be re-energised and determined to make up for lost time – if the Cadillac is reliable.