Gasly's place on this list is largely thanks to his strong finish to the season. When the car finally became a contender for top-10 finishes, Gasly took advantage with four points hauls at the final five rounds, including his part in Alpine's memorable double podium in Brazil.
British Grand Prix victory aside, Hamilton's final year with Mercedes did not go to plan. Struggles with the car over a single flying lap saw him squarely beaten by teammate George Russell in qualifying and finish seventh overall in the championship standings -- his worst classification in his 18-year career.
But even Hamilton's bad seasons are still better than most drivers' best, and among his two victories, three additional podium finishes and a charge through the field at the final round in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, there were signs of the Hamilton of old.
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