Verstappen Equals Schumacher's Single-Team Win Record, Eyes Hamilton's Benchmark

Max Verstappen has officially tied Michael Schumacher for the second-most Grand Prix victories achieved with a single team. By securing his 72nd win for Red Bull, Verstappen has entered an elite tier of motorsport history, narrowing the gap toward the gold standard set by Lewis Hamilton.

Why it matters:

This milestone is more than just a statistical achievement; it is a testament to the rare synergy between a driver and a constructor. Matching Schumacher's legendary tenure at Ferrari (1996-2006) cements Verstappen's legacy as a generational talent. In an era of frequent driver rotations, Verstappen's sustained dominance at Red Bull mirrors the most successful partnerships the sport has ever seen.

The Details:

• Shared History: Verstappen now shares the 72-win milestone with Schumacher, who dominated the early 2000s with five consecutive world titles.
• Consistency: He joins Schumacher and Hamilton as the only three drivers in Formula 1 history to secure at least one victory in 10 consecutive seasons.
• The Benchmark: Lewis Hamilton remains the sole driver to have surpassed this mark, having amassed 84 victories during his tenure with Mercedes between 2013 and 2024.
• Contractual Stability: Having signed a new long-term deal with Red Bull earlier this year, Verstappen has the architectural stability needed to pursue the all-time record.

By the numbers:

• 72: The current win tally for both Verstappen (Red Bull) and Schumacher (Ferrari).
• 84: The target set by Lewis Hamilton during his Mercedes era.
• 13: The number of victories Verstappen needs to claim the record for most wins with a single team.
• 10: The number of consecutive winning seasons achieved by only three drivers in F1 history.

What's next:

As we move through the final stages of the 2026 season, the narrative shifts from if Verstappen will break the record to when. With a secure seat at Milton Keynes and a car that continues to challenge for wins, the 13-victory gap to Hamilton appears increasingly bridgeable. Unless a major technical shift occurs, the record for the most wins with a single team is likely to be rewritten by the Dutchman.