Max Verstappen’s journey in Formula 1 has been nothing short of phenomenal. From his debut at the age of 17 in 2015 with Toro Rosso to becoming a four-time Formula One World Champion with Red Bull Racing, Verstappen has broken records and pushed boundaries.
Verstappen made his Formula 1 debut at the 2015 Australian Grand Prix with Toro Rosso, becoming the youngest driver in Formula One history at 17 years 166 days. He showed promise in his debut season, finishing in the points several times despite being one of the youngest drivers on the grid.
In 2016, after just four races with Toro Rosso, Verstappen was promoted to Red Bull Racing. He didn’t waste any time making an impact, winning his first Grand Prix with Red Bull at the Spanish Grand Prix. This victory made him the youngest-ever driver to win a Formula One Grand Prix.
Today, Verstappen is a dominant force in Formula 1, having won four consecutive World Drivers’ Championships from 2021 to 2024. He holds multiple records, including:
– Youngest Grand Prix winner: Won the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix at 18 years and 228 days
– Most wins in a season: 19 wins in 2023
– Most consecutive wins: 10 wins from the 2023 Miami Grand Prix to the 2023 Italian Grand Prix
As of the 2025 season, Verstappen is competing with Red Bull Racing and is currently third in the standings. With his talent and the team’s performance, Verstappen continues to be a top contender in Formula 1.