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Nico Rosberg

Nico Rosberg is a retired German-Finnish Formula One racing driver who competed from 2006 to 2016.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Nico Rosberg is a retired German-Finnish Formula One racing driver who competed from 2006 to 2016. He won the 2016 Formula One World Championship with Mercedes and retired from the sport shortly after securing the title.

Early life and background

Rosberg was born in Germany and moved to Monaco with his family at a young age. He grew up in a motorsport environment as the son of former Formula One champion Keke Rosberg.

Formula One career

Rosberg made his Formula One debut with Williams in 2006 and later joined Mercedes for the team’s return to the sport in 2010. He became known for his long rivalry with teammate Lewis Hamilton.

2016 championship and retirement

In 2016, Rosberg won his first and only Formula One World Championship. He retired from racing days later, ending his career at the peak of his success.

Legacy and statistics

Rosberg’s career totals include 206 starts, 23 wins, 30 pole positions, and 57 podiums. He is remembered as one of the leading drivers of the Mercedes era in Formula One.

Key facts

  • Rosberg was born in Wiesbaden, Germany, and raised in Monaco.
  • He is the son of 1982 Formula One World Champion Keke Rosberg.
  • He drove in Formula One for Williams and Mercedes between 2006 and 2016.
  • He won 23 Grands Prix, took 30 pole positions, and scored 57 podium finishes.
  • He won the 2016 Formula One World Championship after a season-long battle with Lewis Hamilton.
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Canadian context

Rosberg had no major Canada-specific role beyond competing in the Canadian Grand Prix as part of the Formula One world championship.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nico Rosberg?
He is a retired German-Finnish Formula One driver who won the 2016 World Championship with Mercedes.
When was Nico Rosberg born?
He was born on 27 June 1985 in Wiesbaden, Germany.
Which teams did Nico Rosberg race for in Formula One?
He raced for Williams and Mercedes during his Formula One career.
How many Formula One races did Nico Rosberg win?
He won 23 Grands Prix.
Why did Nico Rosberg retire?
He retired shortly after winning the 2016 championship, saying he was leaving Formula One at that point in his life and career.

References

  1. Formula1.com — https://www.formula1.com/en/information/drivers-hall-of-fame-nico-rosberg.7ryzoUXKrxqhlcNlXEUaTf
    Supports: Birthplace context, career overview, 2016 title, retirement announcement.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nico_Rosberg
    Supports: Career statistics including wins, poles, podiums, starts, and points.
  3. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/formula1/29787037
    Supports: Early life, family background, and rise in motorsport.
  4. F1-Fansite — https://www.f1-fansite.com/f1-drivers/nico-rosberg/
    Supports: Teams, debut and final race dates, and career statistics.
  5. Mercedes-Benz Archive — https://mercedes-benz-archive.com/marsClassic/en/instance/ko/Nico-Rosberg.xhtml?oid=16742277
    Supports: Nationality, championship, retirement, and total starts/podiums/wins/poles.