Michael Schumacher's Record
Michael Schumacher once named a driver he would be 'happy' to see break his F1 title record.
Lewis Hamilton came within one lap of breaking Michael Schumacher’s record of winning seven drivers’ championships during the 2021 season, only to be denied by Max Verstappen.
- Michael Schumacher currently holds the joint record for most Formula 1 championships won with Lewis Hamilton.
- Verstappen has since joined the handful of drivers during Formula 1’s 75-year history to have won four or more titles.
They unfortunately didn't come close to winning seven championships before retiring...
Schumacher came up against some formidable opponents during his career, including Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna, who won seven titles between them.
Author's summary: Schumacher holds F1 record with Hamilton.