Magic of Numbers: Which F1 Records Could Fall in 2026?

The 2026 season has entered history as the start of a new technical era for Formula 1. New power units, altered aerodynamics, and active chassis elements have forced teams to start from a blank slate. However, despite the technical reset, historical records remain in the crosshairs of the greatest drivers of our time.

What achievements could be rewritten this year?

1. The Eighth Title: Hamilton's Holy Grail

The biggest intrigue of the decade remains unchanged. Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher share the record for the most World Championships, with seven each. Racing for Ferrari, Lewis continues his pursuit of the absolute record. If the engineers in Maranello have adapted perfectly to the 2026 engine regulations, we could witness the crowning of the first-ever eight-time World Champion.

2. Fernando Alonso's Absolute Longevity

The Spanish veteran continues to push the boundaries of what is possible. Fernando Alonso has long surpassed the 400 Grand Prix mark, and every new start he makes in 2026 behind the wheel of an Aston Martin (now powered by Honda) sets a new absolute endurance record. His statistics for races entered, kilometers driven, and points finishes look unattainable for future generations of drivers.

3. Verstappen and the Chase for a Century

Max Verstappen continues to climb rapidly up the all-time tables. The main number for him is the 100 career wins mark — an elite club currently occupied only by Lewis Hamilton. Furthermore, the Dutchman has a chance to update his own records for consecutive podiums and wins if the new Red Bull car proves to be as dominant as its predecessors from the previous era.

4. Records of a New Era

Let's not forget that 2026 starts the statistics from scratch for the new engine specifications. Who will take the first victory under the new rules? Which engine manufacturer (including newcomers Audi or the returning Ford) will be the first to win the Constructors' Championship in the new hybrid era?

Formula 1 in 2026 is not just a competition of technologies, but a battle for a place in eternity.