How many current or former World Champions are on the grid in 2025?

A NEW Formula 1 season is here and the battle for contending drivers to claim the sought-after World Championship is excepted to deliver once more.

Many are gunning for an elusive first title with a record SIX rookies on the grid – but there are a handful of experienced vets looking to add to their trophy cabinets.

GettyThe elite level of motorsport will have contenders for the championship across the grid[/caption]

One of the two Formula 1 world championships that are contested is the Drivers’ Championship.