TOP DRIVERS OF THE 2014 SEASON

2
Second Place Driver

Nico Rosberg

1
First Place Driver

Lewis Hamilton

3
Third Place Driver

Daniel Ricciardo

2014 Season Details

The 2014 Formula One World Championship marked a transformative period in the sport’s history, introducing significant technical regulations that reshaped team dynamics and competitive hierarchies. This season, spanning 19 Grands Prix from March 16 to November 23, witnessed the resurgence of Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team and the emergence of new rivalries, setting the stage for a new era in Formula One.

Technical Revolution

The 2014 season was defined by the introduction of 1.6-litre turbocharged V6 hybrid power units, replacing the previous 2.4-litre V8 engines. This change aimed to enhance fuel efficiency and align the sport with contemporary automotive technologies. Teams faced the challenge of mastering these complex power units, which integrated advanced Energy Recovery Systems (ERS), leading to a steep learning curve and varied performance outcomes across the grid. 

Mercedes’ Dominance and Internal Duel

Mercedes-AMG Petronas emerged as the dominant force, capitalizing on their superior power unit and chassis integration. The intra-team rivalry between Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg captivated audiences, as both drivers vied for supremacy. Hamilton secured his second World Drivers’ Championship with 11 victories, while Rosberg claimed 5 wins and the inaugural FIA Pole Trophy with 11 pole positions. Their intense competition culminated in a title-deciding showdown at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where Hamilton’s victory sealed the championship. 

Red Bull’s Resilience Amidst Challenges

Infiniti Red Bull Racing, the reigning champions, faced a challenging season adapting to the new regulations. Despite initial reliability issues, the team demonstrated resilience, with Daniel Ricciardo securing three race wins and finishing third in the Drivers’ Championship. In contrast, four-time World Champion Sebastian Vettel experienced a winless season, highlighting the team’s struggles with the new power units. 

Emerging Talents and Notable Performances

The season also spotlighted emerging talents and remarkable performances. Valtteri Bottas and Felipe Massa delivered strong results for Williams, contributing to the team’s resurgence with multiple podium finishes. Additionally, the return of the Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring and the inaugural Russian Grand Prix in Sochi expanded the championship’s global footprint, offering fresh challenges and engaging new fan bases. 

The 2014 Formula One season was a pivotal chapter, characterized by groundbreaking technical advancements and compelling on-track rivalries. Mercedes’ ascendancy, coupled with the fierce competition between Hamilton and Rosberg, redefined the sport’s competitive landscape. As teams adapted to the hybrid era’s demands, the season set a precedent for innovation and performance in Formula One’s evolving narrative.

Statistics

Drivers

  • Most Wins
    Lewis Hamilton(11)
  • Most Podiums
    Lewis Hamilton (16)
  • Most Poles
    Nico Rosberg (11)
  • Most Laps Led
    Lewis Hamilton (497)
  • Most In Points
    Fernando Alonso (17)
  • Most DNFs
    Adrian Sutil (7)
  • Most Fastest Laps
    Lewis Hamilton (7)

Constructors

  • Most Wins
    Mercedes(16)
  • Most Podiums
    Mercedes (31)
  • Most Poles
    Mercedes (18)
  • Most Laps Led
    Mercedes (980)
  • Most In Points
    Mercedes (32)
  • Most DNFs
    Sauber (13)
  • Most Fastest Laps
    Mercedes (12)

Drivers Championship Standings

Pos Driver Constructor Points Wins
1
British Lewis Hamilton
German Mercedes
384.0 11
2
German Nico Rosberg
German Mercedes
317.0 5
3
Australian Daniel Ricciardo
Austrian Red Bull
238.0 3
4
Finnish Valtteri Bottas
British Williams
186.0 0
5
German Sebastian Vettel
Austrian Red Bull
167.0 0
6
Spanish Fernando Alonso
Italian Ferrari
161.0 0
7
Brazilian Felipe Massa
British Williams
134.0 0
8
British Jenson Button
British McLaren
126.0 0
9
German Nico Hülkenberg
Indian Force India
96.0 0
10
Mexican Sergio Pérez
Indian Force India
59.0 0
11
Danish Kevin Magnussen
British McLaren
55.0 0
12
Finnish Kimi Räikkönen
Italian Ferrari
55.0 0
13
French Jean-Éric Vergne
Italian Toro Rosso
22.0 0
14
French Romain Grosjean
British Lotus F1
8.0 0
15
Russian Daniil Kvyat
Italian Toro Rosso
8.0 0
16
Venezuelan Pastor Maldonado
British Lotus F1
2.0 0
17
French Jules Bianchi
Russian Marussia
2.0 0
18
German Adrian Sutil
Swiss Sauber
0.0 0
19
Swedish Marcus Ericsson
Malaysian Caterham
0.0 0
20
Mexican Esteban Gutiérrez
Swiss Sauber
0.0 0
21
British Max Chilton
Russian Marussia
0.0 0
22
Japanese Kamui Kobayashi
Malaysian Caterham
0.0 0
23
British Will Stevens
Malaysian Caterham
0.0 0
24
German André Lotterer
Malaysian Caterham
0.0 0

Constructors Championship Standings

Pos Constructor Points Wins
1
German Mercedes
701.0 16
2
Austrian Red Bull
405.0 3
3
British Williams
320.0 0
4
Italian Ferrari
216.0 0
5
British McLaren
181.0 0
6
Indian Force India
155.0 0
7
Italian Toro Rosso
30.0 0
8
British Lotus F1
10.0 0
9
Russian Marussia
2.0 0
10
Swiss Sauber
0.0 0
11
Malaysian Caterham
0.0 0

Driver Points Distribution

Constructor Points Distribution

Driver Points Evolution

Constructor Points Evolution

Australian Grand Prix

Australian Grand Prix

March 16, 2014

Malaysian Grand Prix

Malaysian Grand Prix

March 30, 2014

Bahrain Grand Prix

Bahrain Grand Prix

April 6, 2014

Chinese Grand Prix

Chinese Grand Prix

April 20, 2014

Spanish Grand Prix

Spanish Grand Prix

May 11, 2014

Monaco Grand Prix

Monaco Grand Prix

May 25, 2014

Canadian Grand Prix

Canadian Grand Prix

June 8, 2014

Austrian Grand Prix

Austrian Grand Prix

June 22, 2014

British Grand Prix

British Grand Prix

July 6, 2014

German Grand Prix

German Grand Prix

July 20, 2014

Hungarian Grand Prix

Hungarian Grand Prix

July 27, 2014

Belgian Grand Prix

Belgian Grand Prix

Aug. 24, 2014

Italian Grand Prix

Italian Grand Prix

Sept. 7, 2014

Singapore Grand Prix

Singapore Grand Prix

Sept. 21, 2014

Japanese Grand Prix

Japanese Grand Prix

Oct. 5, 2014

Russian Grand Prix

Russian Grand Prix

Oct. 12, 2014

Brazilian Grand Prix

Brazilian Grand Prix

Nov. 9, 2014

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Nov. 23, 2014