Top 10 McLaren F1 drivers ranked including Senna and Hamilton
Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 11:29 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Autosport has ranked the top 10 drivers in McLaren history, acknowledging contributions from key figures such as Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, and Lewis Hamilton. Bruce McLaren's team debuted in Formula 1 in 1966, achieving its first victory at the 1968 Belgian Grand Prix. The rankings consider the number of wins and championships among the 22 drivers who have raced for McLaren. The results reflect the team's significant legacy and current revival efforts in the sport.
- •McLaren debuted in Formula 1 in 1966.
- •First victory came in the 1968 Belgian Grand Prix.
- •22 drivers have won races for McLaren.
- •8 drivers have secured drivers' championships.
- •The ranking considers wins and championships won.
- 11:29 AMAutosport — Top 10 McLaren F1 drivers ranked: Senna, Prost, Hamilton and more
"Bruce McLaren’s firm made its Formula 1 world championship debut in 1966 and the New Zealander scored its maiden victory in the 1968 Belgian Grand Prix. Since then, 21 other drivers have taken wins for McLaren and eight have won drivers’ titles. PLUS: The numbers that reveal McLaren's revival For the selection of the top 10 McLaren F1 drivers, Autosport has considered the amount of ...Keep reading
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