EA Sports has dropped the updated driver ratings for the F1 25: 2026 Season Pack, and the numbers are already sparking debates across the F1 gaming community.
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Top F1 25 Driver Ratings
| Driver | Team | Overall (RTG) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 95 | — |
| Lando Norris | McLaren | 94 | +2 |
| George Russell | Mercedes | 93 | +1 |
| Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | 91 | 0 |
| Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | 90 | +1 |
| Valtteri Bottas | Cadillac | 84 | — |
| Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | 83 | +3 |
| Oliver Bearman | Haas | 83 | +3 |
| Gabriel Bortoleto | Audi/Sauber | 80 | +1 |
| Arvid Lindblad | Racing Bulls | 68 | New |
Source: EA Sports official 2026 Season Pack driver ratings
How Are the Ratings Built?
The teams at EA SPORTS and Codemasters evaluated every driver on the 2026 Formula 1 roster using a blend of long-term race data, current form, and insights from broadcast analysts and experts — with the ratings shaping how each AI driver behaves and competes on track. EA
The four pillars behind every score are Experience (career race count), Racecraft (ability to work through the field), Awareness (avoiding incidents and penalties), and Pace (proximity to the fastest lap times). Overall rating is a combination of all four, with Pace carrying the most weight.
The Big Stories in the Ratings
Lando Norris jumps to 94. As the new world champion, Norris jumps up two ratings points to 94 in the 2026 Season Pack, with bumps to his Racecraft and Pace befitting of the number 1 that graces the nose of his car this year. EA
Lewis Hamilton holds at 91. The seven-time champion and F1 cover star retains his 91 Overall Rating, with a +1 boost to his Racecraft score reflecting his improved performances in recent months, including his podium finish in Canada. EA
Kimi Antonelli at 83 — and that’s the controversy. The current championship leader was ranked the sixth worst driver on the F1 grid for the 2026 game with a score of just 83 — below both Valtteri Bottas and Esteban Ocon — which has shocked many fans given his real-world form. GPfans
Rookies making their mark. Racing Bulls rookie Arvid Lindblad starts life in F1 with his F2 Rating of 68, but his early season form in 2026 has been very impressive. Gabriel Bortoleto jumps up one point to break into an 80 Rating for the first time. EA
What the Ratings Mean for Gameplay
In EA Sports’ F1 video game series, driver ratings directly influence AI behaviour on track — a higher-rated driver will push harder in race conditions, defend more effectively, and be harder to overtake. For players in Career or My Team modes, understanding which drivers are rated where can change your entire competitive strategy.
The 2026 Season Pack launched on June 3, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. For more F1 25 gameplay tips, season pack content breakdowns, and esports coverage, head to our F1 gaming hub at technosports.co.in and our esports and gaming section at technosports.co.in.
FAQs
Who is the highest-rated driver in the F1 25: 2026 Season Pack?
Max Verstappen holds the top spot with a 95 overall rating, followed by world champion Lando Norris at 94 and George Russell at 93.
