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Top 10 Hottest F1 Drivers on the 2025 Grid (Ranked by ChatGPT) n5v3e
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Formula One (F1) drivers are global icons, with their charisma extending far beyond the racetrack. While Lando Norris and Max Verstappen battle for the 2025 Drivers’ Championship, we tasked AI to find us the winner in charm, style, and swagger.
Continue reading to explore the top 10 hottest F1 drivers on the grid this year.
Let’s begin!
#10 Esteban Ocon (Haas) 5al4y
According to ChatGPT, Haas newcomer Esteban Ocon is the 10th hottest F1 driver on the 2025 grid. ChatGPT ires the former Alpine driver’s “tall stature” and “understated style”.
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“Transitioning to Haas, Esteban’s tall stature and composed demeanor continue to turn heads. His understated style and resilience add to his charm.”
Ocon ended the 2024 Formula One season on a high note after securing a podium finish at the Brazilian Grand Prix. At Haas, he has already found the sweet spot, scoring 10 points in just three races. He currently leads his rookie teammate, Oliver Bearman, by five points.
#9 Oscar Piastri (McLaren) v3322
Oscar Piastri is steadily developing into one of the most competent racers in Formula One. He is shy, composed, and likes to keep to himself, making him a bit of an outlier. ChatGPT, however, thinks his reserved nature makes him a “subtle heartthrob.”
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“Oscar’s quiet confidence and sharp features make him a subtle heartthrob. His focus and determination on the track translate into a compelling off-track presence.”
Piastri is one of the three race winners of the 2025 Formula One season. He drove a perfect race at the Chinese Grand Prix and beat his McLaren team-mate Lando Norris to the punch. He has secured 49 points from three Grands Prix and is in third place in the driver standings.
#8 Andrea Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) 215k5d
The youngest driver on the grid, 18-year-old Mercedes rookie, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, is already a fan favourite. His down-to-earth demeanor and razor-sharp wit are two of his many endearing qualities.
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“The young Italian prodigy brings fresh energy to the grid. His youthful exuberance and promising talent hint at a bright future both in racing and popularity.”
Antonelli has hit the ground running at Mercedes. At the Japanese Grand Prix, he became the youngest F1 driver to lead a race and the first rookie in history to score points in his first three races.
Antonelli has picked up 30 points already this season. He sits in fifth place in the rankings, ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.
#7 Alex Albon (Williams) 2f3464
Only the second Thai driver to race in Formula One, Alex Albon is the seventh hottest driver of the 2025 grid. As per ChatGPT, his simplicity and easygoing nature make him “effortlessly attractive”.
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“Alex’s unique heritage and easygoing nature make him effortlessly attractive. His consistent performances and relatable personality enhance his fan base.”
Albon has been in scorching form for Williams this season. While his four-time Grand Prix-winning teammate Carlos Sainz has struggled, Albono has been racking up points for fun. Three races in, Albon has already scored 18 points — more than Williams’ cumulative total in 2024 — outscoring Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton. It will be fascinating to see how long he can maintain his purple patch.
#6 Pierre Gasly (Alpine) 162c2e
The hottest French F1 driver on the grid this year, Alpine racer Pierre Gasly, is in sixth place in ChatGPT’s rankings. According to AI, Gasly’s “model-esque” features make him one of the most attractive drivers out there.
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“Pierre’s French flair and model-esque features continue to captivate. His blend of intensity and vulnerability adds depth to his appeal.”
Gasly, who failed to hack it at Red Bull, enjoyed one of the finest seasons of his F1 career in 2024. The Frenchman scored 42 points last year to finish 10th in the Drivers’ Championship. Alpine were expected to push up the midfield this season, but three races in, they have shown little promise. While rookie Jack Doohan has had multiple crashes, Gasly has not fared much better, with him still waiting to score his first point in 2025.
#5 Lando Norris (McLaren) 4q4x4x
Drivers’ Championship leader Lando Norris is the fifth hottest F1 driver on the grid this year, according to ChatGPT. The McLaren superstar’s confidence has helped him secure a third-row finish.
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“Leading the championship, Lando’s boyish charm has matured into a confident allure. His playful personality and evolving style resonate with fans worldwide.”
After finishing behind Max Verstappen in the 2024 F1 Drivers’ Championship, Norris started the 2025 season with a bang, claiming the win at the 2025 Australian Grand Prix. He got on the podium in China and Japan as well to push his total to 62 points. He is currently sitting a point ahead of defending champion Verstappen.
#4 George Russell (Mercedes) 55l3s
Mercedes man George Russell may not have had the better of Lando Norris, but ChatGPT definitely sees him as the hotter F1 driver of the two. Here is why:
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“Stepping into a leadership role at Mercedes, George combines British sophistication with a modern edge. His polished appearance and articulate nature make him a standout.”
With Lewis Hamilton switching over to Ferrari, Russell has become the lead driver at Mercedes. So far, the English driver has led the team brilliantly, bagging 45 points from three races and climbing up to fourth place in the driver standings. If he can keep this up, he could emerge as a surprise championship contender down the road.
#3 Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) 4z726z
Championship contender and Ferrari poster boy Charles Leclerc is the third hottest F1 driver on the grid this year. Considering how much fanfare he enjoys, a podium finish was always on the cards.
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“With his Monegasque elegance and captivating gaze, Charles remains a fan favorite. His refined style and musical talents add layers to his already magnetic persona.”
Leclerc, who finished third in the Formula One Drivers’ Championship in 2024, has yet to hit top gear this season. He finished eighth in the Australian Grand Prix, was disqualified from the main race in China, and took fourth place at the Japanese Grand Prix. Amassing 20 points from three races, he is sixth in the driver standings.
#2 Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) c4446
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has edged out Charles Leclerc to emerge as the hottest F1 driver at Ferrari. Check out AI’s explanation.
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“The seven-time world champion brings his fashion-forward sensibility to Ferrari. His commitment to activism and unparalleled charisma keep him at the forefront of F1’s style icons.”
Hamilton left the safety and familiarity of Mercedes to begin an adventure at Ferrari. Considering how much time it takes for drivers to settle in, Hamilton has been doing a pretty decent job so far. He secured his first win with Ferrari in the Sprint at the Chinese Grand Prix and will aim for his first podium in Bahrain this week (April 11–13).
The Brit has amassed 15 points from three Grands Prix and is eighth in the Drivers’ Championship.
#1 Carlos Sainz (Williams) – The Hottest F1 Driver of 2025 3s1r2d
According to AI, Williams’ newcomer Carlos Sainz is the hottest F1 driver on the 2025 grid. Here is why ChatGPT has given Sainz the top spot.
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“Now donning the Williams blue, Carlos continues to exude Spanish charm and sophistication. His effortless style and confident demeanor make him a standout both on and off the track.”
Sainz may very well have become the hottest F1 driver of 2025, but he is nowhere close to the top on the track. The former Ferrari driver is still coming to grips with his new Williams and has only managed to score one point in three races. His sole point came thanks to the disqualifications of Charles Leclerc, Lewis Hamilton, and Pierre Gasly at the Chinese Grand Prix.