From backmarker brilliance to stand-in stars 10 times F1 drivers put themselves in the shop window with stunning performances

Carlos Sainz advertised his services for 2025 in the most effective way with a spectacular return to action at the Australian Grand Prix, pushing Max Verstappen for pole position and then storming to victory. But which other drivers have put themselves in the shop window with standout performances of their own over the years? Weve come up with 10 varied examples¦