Formula 1: Hamilton matched Schumacher’s record en

Lewis Hamilton won the Turkish Grand Prix and prematurely secured the championship in 2020. This is the seventh title for the Briton, and in this aspect, he matched the legendary Michael Schumacher.

The race took place under rain and featured several crashes. Hamilton managed to break into the lead from the sixth starting position. However, an even greater progress was made by Sebastian Vettel – he started 11th and finished in third place.

For the British driver, this is already the 94th victory in Formula 1, and in this aspect, he also surpasses Schumacher (91 wins). As a result of the Turkish Grand Prix, the Mercedes driver scored 307 points and is already unattainable for his nearest pursuers Valtteri Bottas and Max Verstappen.
 

Turkish Grand Prix:

1. Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes
2. Sergio Perez, Racing Point
3. Sebastian Vettel, Ferrari
4. Charles Leclerc, Ferrari
5. Carlos Sainz Jr., McLaren
6. Max Verstappen, Red Bull
7. Alexander Albon, Red Bull
8. Lando Norris, McLaren
9. Lance Stroll, Racing Point
10. Daniel Ricciardo, Renault
11. Esteban Ocon, Renault
12. Daniil Kvyat, Alpha Tauri
13. Pierre Gasly, Alpha Tauri
14. Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes
15. Kimi Räikkönen, Alfa Romeo
16. George Russell, Williams
17. Kevin Magnussen, Haas