Lap records in Formula 1: list of fastest circuit lap times

As the cars have grown and become faster and faster, so have the lap records. Many classic laps that have stood the test of time are finally starting to fall.

There are some anomalies, where lap records by the likes of Michael Schumacher have not been broken for decades, and there are definitely some surprises on the list.

Below is the list of lap records set during a Grand Prix. However, as real Formula 1 fans know, the fastest laps really occur in Qualifying when the cars have less fuel in tow. So below the official lap records, we’ve listed the fastest laps at each circuit during Qualifying.

All stats are correct as of the conclusion of the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix.

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Lap records at Formula 1 circuits

Formula 1 lap records (during a Grand Prix)

Formula 1 lap records (during Qualifying)

Driver with the most race lap records

Lewis Hamilton – 8 lap records

The Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton currently holds the record for the most lap records. He has been the fastest driver to ever race a lap in Jeddah, Imola, Monaco, Hungary, Zandvoort, Singapore, Portimao and Sochi.

Team with the most lap records

Mercedes – 11 records

Despite Red Bull and McLaren’s success in recent years, Mercedes are still the team with the most lap records in Formula 1.

Longest-standing lap record

Michael Schumacher at the Shangahi International Circuit – 26 September 2004

In the 2025 season, McLaren’s Lando Norris finally beat Rubens Barichello’s lap record at the Italian Grand Prix. The 1:21.046 lap at Monza had stood since 12 September 2004 and the Bristol-born driver broke the record by 0.145 seconds, making the new time to beat 1:20.901

This means Michael Schumacher’s 2004 lap at the Chinese Grand Prix now stands as the longest-lasting lap record in Formula 1 history, with a time of 1:32.238 for Ferrari.