The intense rivalries between the sport’s top drivers and their teammates are the focus of attention as the 2024 Formula 1 season intensifies. While the teams work together to secure victories, the true barometer of individual talent lies in the head-to-head race records between the drivers in the same garages.
Red Bull: Max Verstappen Dominates Sergio Perez At the top of the grid, reigning world champion Max Verstappen has firmly established his dominance over teammate Sergio Perez. Last season, Verstappen outperformed Perez with a commanding 20-1 race record and a 5-0 sprint tally. The Mexican will be desperate to close that gap in 2024 and prove he can consistently challenge his Dutch teammate.
Mercedes: Lewis Hamilton Fends Off George Russell’s Challenge Over at Mercedes, the battle between Lewis Hamilton and George Russell was much tighter. While Hamilton held the edge in race results with a 15-6 advantage, Russell’s impressive qualifying form—the pair ended 11-11—suggests the young British driver is ready to mount a serious challenge for the team leader role.
Ferrari: Charles Leclerc Edges Carlos Sainz Since joining forces, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz have maintained a close match in the drivers’ championship, with Leclerc holding a 2-1 advantage. In 2023, Leclerc’s dominance in qualifying (15-7) led to more race wins (11-9), but Sainz is eager to reverse the trend this season.
McLaren: Lando Norris Outpaces Oscar Piastri At McLaren, Lando Norris continued to demonstrate his class, finishing ahead of rookie teammate Oscar Piastri 14-7 in races and 3-2 in sprints. However, the young Australian’s maiden Formula 1 win in Qatar will have given him a significant confidence boost as he aims to close the gap to the established Norris.
Aston Martin: Fernando Alonso Asserts Seniority Over Lance Stroll Over at Aston Martin, veteran Fernando Alonso schooled his teammate Lance Stroll, out-qualifying him 19-3 and finishing ahead in 17 of their 21 race battles. Stroll will need to make major strides to challenge the two-time world champion in 2024.
With each team’s driver pairing offering a unique dynamic, the 2024 season promises to be a thrilling showcase of individual talent and team dynamics. As the grid prepares to go wheel-to-wheel, the race head-to-head records will be a crucial metric in determining who emerges as the true star of Formula 1.