The Grand Slam
Also called a Grand Chelem, it's a flawless weekend: pole, win, fastest lap and leading every lap of the race. In 75+ years of Formula 1 it has happened only a few dozen times. That's the slam F1Slam is named for.
The four boxes you must tick
Grand Slam hall of fame
A handful of the most celebrated perfect drives in the sport's history.
| Driver | Team | Grand Prix | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | Australian Grand Prix | 2015 |
| Max Verstappen | Red Bull | Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix | 2023 |
| Sebastian Vettel | Red Bull | Singapore Grand Prix | 2013 |
| Fernando Alonso | Renault | French Grand Prix | 2005 |
| Michael Schumacher | Ferrari | Hungarian Grand Prix | 2004 |
| Ayrton Senna | McLaren | Australian Grand Prix | 1991 |
| Jim Clark | Lotus | Dutch Grand Prix | 1963 |
| Alberto Ascari | Ferrari | British Grand Prix | 1952 |
A selected list for illustration — not the complete record. Records are maintained by the FIA and Formula 1.
Grand Slam FAQ
What is a Grand Slam in Formula 1?
A Grand Slam (also called a Grand Chelem) is when a driver takes pole position, wins the race, sets the fastest lap and leads every single lap of that Grand Prix. All four must happen in the same race.
How rare is a Grand Slam in F1?
Very rare. Across more than 75 years and over a thousand World Championship races, a Grand Slam has only been achieved a few dozen times. Leading every lap is the hardest of the four conditions.
What is the difference between a Grand Slam and a hat-trick?
A hat-trick is pole, win and fastest lap. A Grand Slam adds the fourth, toughest requirement: leading every lap of the race from lights to flag.
Who has the most Grand Slams in F1?
Jim Clark holds the all-time record for most Grand Slams, with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen among the leaders in the modern era. Records are maintained by the FIA and Formula 1.
Think you know the grid? Test it in the Grand Slam game or browse the all-time stat leaders.