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Drivers Who Raced for Both McLaren and Team Lotus
8 Formula 1 drivers have competed for both McLaren and Team Lotus, among them Ayrton Senna, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell. Below is the complete list, with the seasons each driver spent at both constructors and their career win tally.
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| Driver | Nationality | At McLaren | At Team Lotus | Career wins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayrton Senna | Brazilian | 1988–1993 | 1985–1987 | 41 |
| Nelson Piquet | Brazilian | 1978 | 1988–1989 | 23 |
| Nigel Mansell | British | 1995 | 1980–1984 | 31 |
| Mika Häkkinen | Finnish | 1993–2001 | 1991–1992 | 20 |
| Emerson Fittipaldi | Brazilian | 1974–1975 | 1970–1973 | 14 |
| Jacky Ickx | Belgian | 1973 | 1974–1975 | 8 |
| John Watson | British | 1979–1985 | 1975 | 5 |
| [object Object] | South African | 1974–1975 | 1970–1973 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
- How many drivers have raced for both McLaren and Team Lotus?
- 8 drivers have raced for both McLaren and Team Lotus in Formula 1 — the full list is on this page.
- Who are the most famous drivers to race for both McLaren and Team Lotus?
- Ayrton Senna, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell are among the best-known drivers to have raced for both McLaren and Team Lotus.