The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix marked the conclusion of the 2023 Formula 1 season.
The campaign, spanning an impressive 22 rounds across the globe, witnessed Max Verstappen’s unprecedented dominance in the history of the sport.
The 26-year-old added a cherry to the top of the cake of what was an impeccable season with yet another remarkable win under the lights of the Yas Marina circuit.
The Red Bull driver etched his name in the annals of the sport by securing his third consecutive F1 Championship, breaking numerous records along the way.
Nonetheless, amid Verstappen’s spotlight-stealing performance, there remained a significant space for Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton to make his mark in the sport.
The seven-time world champion faced another challenging Formula 1 campaign, extending his winless streak to a second year.
Nevertheless, Hamilton secured six podium finishes amidst the struggles of the Brackley-based team throughout the season.
As the 38-year-old shifts his focus towards a successful 2024 F1 season, Sports Brief explores four remarkable records the British driver broke during the captivating 2023 season.
Most Pole Positions in a Single Grand Prix
Hamilton claimed a record ninth pole position at the Hungarian GP, surpassing the shared record of eight held by Michael Schumacher and Ayrton Senna, as reported by Sky Sports F1.
Schumacher achieved eight poles in Japan during his career, while Senna’s eighth qualifying success came at the San Marino Grand Prix in 1994, a day before his tragic accident at Imola.
Total Fastest Laps
Despite Mercedes facing challenges, the former McLaren driver secured four fastest laps during the tumultuous season, bringing his total to 65. He now stands only 12 fastest laps behind the sport’s all-time leader, Schumacher, who holds 77, according to reports from grandprix247.com.
