Max Verstappen's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Max Verstappen. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Max Verstappen is a highly accomplished Dutch-Belgian racing driver, competing under the Dutch flag in Formula One for Red Bull Racing. He has secured four consecutive Formula One World Drivers' Championship titles from 2021 to 2024. By 2024, Verstappen had achieved 65 Grand Prix victories throughout his 11 seasons in Formula One, solidifying his position as a dominant force in the sport.

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2013: Record-breaking season in 2013

In 2013, Max Verstappen completed a record-breaking season in karting, winning three CIK-FIA championships in a single season and becoming the youngest-ever driver to win the gearbox World Championship.

2013: Record-breaking 2013 Karting Season

In 2013, Max Verstappen had a record-breaking karting season that led to his graduation to junior formulae.

2015: Awards at FIA Prize Giving Ceremony in 2015

In 2015, Max Verstappen finished fourth in Hungary and at the United States Grand Prix, and received three awards at the FIA Prize Giving Ceremony, including "Rookie of the Year", "Personality of the Year" and "Action of the Year".

May 2016: Replaced Kvyat at Red Bull Racing in May 2016

On 5 May 2016, Red Bull Racing announced that Max Verstappen would be replacing Daniil Kvyat from the Spanish Grand Prix onwards. Verstappen subsequently won the Spanish Grand Prix, becoming the youngest driver ever to win a Formula One Grand Prix at the age of 18 years and 228 days.

2016: Verstappen Hailed After Spanish Grand Prix Win

Following his first Formula One win at the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix, Niki Lauda described Verstappen as the "talent of the century." Christian Horner stated Verstappen is the best driver Red Bull had ever seen.

2016: Promoted to Red Bull and Won Spanish Grand Prix

In 2016, after four rounds, Max Verstappen was promoted to Red Bull and won the Spanish Grand Prix on his debut, becoming the youngest-ever driver to win a Formula One Grand Prix.

2017: Multiple Race Wins in 2017

Max Verstappen achieved multiple race wins during his 2017 campaign.

2018: Multiple Race Wins in 2018

Max Verstappen achieved multiple race wins during his 2018 campaign.

2019: Rosberg praises Verstappen after Hungarian Grand Prix

Following Max Verstappen's pole position at the 2019 Hungarian Grand Prix, Nico Rosberg described him as the fastest driver in Formula One, attributing the pole position to Verstappen's speed rather than the car's capabilities.

2019: Button calls Verstappen fastest F1 driver ever

In 2019, Jenson Button stated that he believes Verstappen is the fastest Formula One driver ever. Scott Mitchell of The Race noted Verstappen's speed but pointed out the need to eliminate mistakes. Helmut Marko stated that Verstappen is the fastest driver Red Bull has ever had.

2019: Verstappen finished third in the championship.

In 2019, Verstappen finished the season in third place in the championship with 278 points, which included three race victories, nine podium finishes, two pole positions, and three fastest laps.

October 2021: Most Popular Formula One Driver

In October 2021, Verstappen was voted the most popular Formula One driver in a worldwide survey, earning 14.4% of the vote with particular success in the United States and Japan.

2021: Verstappen won the United States Grand Prix.

At the United States Grand Prix 2021, Verstappen secured pole position in qualifying, edging out Hamilton by 0.209 seconds. Verstappen then went on to win the race, extending his lead in the Drivers' Championship to twelve points, while Hamilton finished second with the fastest lap.

2021: Verstappen's Skills Praised

In 2021, Jackie Stewart claimed Verstappen is the fastest driver in Formula One, but noted he was in the "puppy stage" of his career. Peter Windsor highlighted Verstappen's ability to change direction quickly. Franz Tost declared Verstappen the fastest driver after his maiden title win.

2021: Won First Formula One World Drivers' Championship title

In 2021, Max Verstappen secured his first Formula One World Drivers' Championship title.

2021: Won Maiden Title in 2021

In 2021, Max Verstappen won his maiden title after overtaking Lewis Hamilton on the final lap of the last race of the season, becoming the first World Drivers' Champion from the Netherlands.

September 2022: Verstappen appointed Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau

In September 2022, Verstappen was appointed an Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau in recognition of his racing achievements.

2022: Verstappen became the first World Drivers' Champion from the Netherlands

At the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2021, Verstappen passed Hamilton on the final lap to become the first World Drivers' Champion from the Netherlands and the 34th overall. Mercedes protested the race results, but the protest was rejected, confirming Verstappen as the World Drivers' Champion.

2022: Verstappen elevated himself to a new higher level

Following an impressive first half of the 2022 season, journalist David Tremayne claimed Verstappen had elevated himself to a new higher level compared to his 2021 title winning season, suggesting Verstappen's first title had made him more relaxed and "chirpy".

2022: Appointed Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau in 2022

Max Verstappen was appointed an Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau in 2022.

2022: Won Championship in 2022

Max Verstappen won the championship in 2022, overturning the largest points deficit in Formula One history.

2023: Won Championship in 2023

Max Verstappen won the championship in 2023, breaking numerous records across the season.

2024: Verstappen named F1's best driver in 2024

After Verstappen won the 2024 World Drivers' Championship driving the RB20, James Elson of Motor Sport declared Verstappen as F1's best driver, highlighting his speed and race-winning capabilities.

2024: Won Fourth Formula One World Drivers' Championship title

In 2024, Max Verstappen secured his fourth consecutive Formula One World Drivers' Championship title with Red Bull.

2024: Secured Fourth Consecutive Title in 2024

In 2024, Max Verstappen secured his fourth consecutive title after winning nine Grands Prix, including a widely acclaimed wet-weather performance in São Paulo.