Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes Legacy: 9 Standout Moments

Lewis Hamilton’s final race for Mercedes will take place on Sunday, marking the end of a 12-year partnership that has earned him six drivers’ titles and eight constructors’ championships. Over the years, Hamilton has secured 84 of his record 105 Formula 1 victories and 78 of his 104 pole positions with Mercedes. Here are nine standout moments from his remarkable career with the team:

1. 2014 Bahrain Battle with Rosberg – Hamilton and Nico Rosberg fought fiercely with Hamilton reclaiming the lead after a brief pass and defending it in a thrilling 10-lap sprint to the finish.
2. 2015 US GP Victory – Hamilton sealed his second title with Mercedes by overtaking Rosberg in the final laps after a first-lap clash between the teammates.
3. 2018 German Grand Prix – Starting 14th, Hamilton battled through rain and tyre issues to claim victory, making it his first win from outside the top six.
4. Singapore Pole Lap (2018) – A stunning qualifying lap described as “magic,” Hamilton set the fastest time when Mercedes was expected to struggle.
5. 2020 Silverstone Victory on Three Wheels – Despite a tyre failure on the last lap, Hamilton held off Verstappen to win in a dramatic British Grand Prix.
6. Record-Breaking Win at Portimao (2020) – Hamilton surpassed Michael Schumacher’s win record, thanking Mercedes for making it possible.
7. Equaling Schumacher’s Seven Titles – Hamilton matched Schumacher’s record with his seventh title at the rain-affected 2020 Turkish GP.
8. 2021 Interlagos Weekend – A dramatic weekend included penalties and a stunning race recovery, with Hamilton passing Max Verstappen for victory.
9. Ending Winless Run at Silverstone (2024) – Finally, Hamilton ended a two-and-a-half-year winless streak with a victory at Silverstone, securing his 104th career win.

These moments highlight Lewis Hamilton’s unforgettable journey with Mercedes before he makes the switch to Ferrari in 2025.