In a stunning turn of events, Lewis Hamilton claimed his eighth Driver’s World Championship in the 2023 Formula One season, emerging as the sole record holder in the alternate universe where Red Bull did not exist and all the points were distributed to everyone else. Despite not leading in most wins, Hamilton’s consistency with 11 podiums and only two races outside the points propelled him to the record-breaking title. Hamilton clinched the championship in the final race in Abu Dhabi, narrowly beating Fernando Alonso. The final standings placed Hamilton at the top with 330 points, followed by Alonso and Charles Leclerc.
While Hamilton did not rank among the top three most winningest drivers in 2023, he managed to secure the title with only one pole position and 11 podium finishes. However, in an interesting twist, Mercedes narrowly defeated Ferrari to claim the Constructor’s Championship. Despite only securing three wins, Mercedes’ overall consistency and performance in the final race enabled them to take the top spot.
The 2023 season showcased a close battle between different teams, and while this scenario is fictional, it exemplifies the intensity and competition of that year’s championship outside of Red Bull’s dominance.