Kamui Kobayashi
born 13 Sept 1986 · #10 · raced 2009–2014
75Races
0Wins
1Podiums
28Top 10s
10.85Avg Position
14.25Avg Grid Pos
Kamui Kobayashi was a fearless and often spectacular driver known for his aggressive overtaking manoeuvres and unwavering commitment. Debuting in 2009, he quickly earned a reputation for daring moves, particularly his late-braking antics. While his career with Sauber yielded 1 podium, his single third-place finish at his home Japanese Grand Prix in 2012 was a popular highlight. Across 75 starts, Kobayashi's all-action style made him a fan favourite, even if it sometimes led to unforced errors.
Top Teams
Top Circuits
Circuit | Wins | Avg Points (as awarded) | Races |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuka Circuit | 0 | 5.25 | 4 |
| Hockenheimring | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya | 0 | 2.75 | 4 |
| Circuit de Monaco | 0 | 2.5 | 4 |
| Yas Marina Circuit | 0 | 2.4 | 5 |
| Valencia Street Circuit | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Silverstone Circuit | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Circuit Gilles Villeneuve | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Sepang International Circuit | 0 | 1.5 | 4 |
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Points are Grand Prix points as awarded at the time (sprints excluded); average points are per race started.
Most-shared teammates. Each link opens their head-to-head.
- Sergio Pérez37 shared races · Compare with Sergio Pérez (2012)
- Marcus Ericsson14 shared races · Compare with Marcus Ericsson (2014)
- Pedro de la Rosa13 shared races · Compare with Pedro de la Rosa (2010)
- Nick Heidfeld5 shared races · Compare with Nick Heidfeld (2010)
| Season | Team | Matchup | Race |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Marcus Ericsson vs Kamui Kobayashi | 5–9 | |
| 2012 | Kamui Kobayashi vs Sergio Pérez | 10–10 | |
| 2011 | Kamui Kobayashi vs Sergio Pérez | 9–7 | |
| 2010 | Kamui Kobayashi vs Pedro de la Rosa | 7–6 | |
| 2010 | Nick Heidfeld vs Kamui Kobayashi | 2–3 |
18 circuitsShow all▾
- Suzuka Circuit
- Hockenheimring
- Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
- Circuit de Monaco
- Yas Marina Circuit
- Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit
- Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
- Silverstone Circuit
- Valencia Street Circuit
- Sepang International Circuit
- Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps
- Korean International Circuit
- Autódromo José Carlos Pace
- Hungaroring
- Autodromo Nazionale di Monza
- Shanghai International Circuit
- Bahrain International Circuit
- Marina Bay Street Circuit
201416 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi Grand Prix | Caterham | 16 | Retired | 0 |
| Russian Grand Prix | Caterham | 19 | Brakes | 0 |
| Japanese Grand Prix | Caterham | 19 | P19 | 0 |
| Singapore Grand Prix | Caterham | 20 | Power Unit | 0 |
| Italian Grand Prix | Caterham | 18 | P17 | 0 |
| Hungarian Grand Prix | Caterham | 17 | Retired | 0 |
| German Grand Prix | Caterham | 19 | P16 | 0 |
| British Grand Prix | Caterham | 22 | P15 | 0 |
| Austrian Grand Prix | Caterham | 19 | P16 | 0 |
| Canadian Grand Prix | Caterham | 21 | Suspension | 0 |
| Monaco Grand Prix | Caterham | 20 | P13 | 0 |
| Spanish Grand Prix | Caterham | 20 | Brakes | 0 |
| Chinese Grand Prix | Caterham | 18 | P18 | 0 |
| Bahrain Grand Prix | Caterham | 18 | P15 | 0 |
| Malaysian Grand Prix | Caterham | 20 | P13 | 0 |
| Australian Grand Prix | Caterham | 14 | Collision | 0 |
Earlier seasons2009–2012 (4 seasons)▾
201220 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazilian Grand Prix | Sauber | 14 | P9 | 2 |
| United States Grand Prix | Sauber | 16 | P14 | 0 |
| Abu Dhabi Grand Prix | Sauber | 15 | P6 | 8 |
| Indian Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | P14 | 0 |
| Korean Grand Prix | Sauber | 13 | Collision damage | 0 |
| Japanese Grand Prix | Sauber | 3 | P3 | 15 |
| Singapore Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | P13 | 0 |
| Italian Grand Prix | Sauber | 8 | P9 | 2 |
| Belgian Grand Prix | Sauber | 2 | P13 | 0 |
| Hungarian Grand Prix | Sauber | 15 | P18 | 0 |
| German Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P4 | 12 |
| British Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | P11 | 0 |
| European Grand Prix | Sauber | 7 | Collision | 0 |
| Canadian Grand Prix | Sauber | 11 | P9 | 2 |
| Monaco Grand Prix | Sauber | 11 | Accident | 0 |
| Spanish Grand Prix | Sauber | 9 | P5 | 10 |
| Bahrain Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P13 | 0 |
| Chinese Grand Prix | Sauber | 3 | P10 | 1 |
| Malaysian Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | Retired | 0 |
| Australian Grand Prix | Sauber | 13 | P6 | 8 |
201119 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazilian Grand Prix | Sauber | 16 | P9 | 2 |
| Abu Dhabi Grand Prix | Sauber | 16 | P10 | 1 |
| Indian Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | Collision | 0 |
| Korean Grand Prix | Sauber | 14 | P15 | 0 |
| Japanese Grand Prix | Sauber | 7 | P13 | 0 |
| Singapore Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | P14 | 0 |
| Italian Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | Gearbox | 0 |
| Belgian Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P12 | 0 |
| Hungarian Grand Prix | Sauber | 13 | P11 | 0 |
| German Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | P9 | 2 |
| British Grand Prix | Sauber | 8 | Engine | 0 |
| European Grand Prix | Sauber | 14 | P16 | 0 |
| Canadian Grand Prix | Sauber | 13 | P7 | 6 |
| Monaco Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P5 | 10 |
| Spanish Grand Prix | Sauber | 14 | P10 | 1 |
| Turkish Grand Prix | Sauber | 24 | P10 | 1 |
| Chinese Grand Prix | Sauber | 13 | P10 | 1 |
| Malaysian Grand Prix | Sauber | 10 | P7 | 6 |
| Australian Grand Prix | Sauber | 9 | Disqualified | 0 |
201019 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P14 | 0 |
| Brazilian Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P10 | 1 |
| Korean Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P8 | 4 |
| Japanese Grand Prix | Sauber | 14 | P7 | 6 |
| Singapore Grand Prix | Sauber | 10 | Accident | 0 |
| Italian Grand Prix | Sauber | 13 | Gearbox | 0 |
| Belgian Grand Prix | Sauber | 17 | P8 | 4 |
| Hungarian Grand Prix | Sauber | 23 | P9 | 2 |
| German Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P11 | 0 |
| British Grand Prix | Sauber | 12 | P6 | 8 |
| European Grand Prix | Sauber | 18 | P7 | 6 |
| Canadian Grand Prix | Sauber | 18 | Accident | 0 |
| Turkish Grand Prix | Sauber | 10 | P10 | 1 |
| Monaco Grand Prix | Sauber | 16 | Gearbox | 0 |
| Spanish Grand Prix | Sauber | 10 | P12 | 0 |
| Chinese Grand Prix | Sauber | 15 | Accident | 0 |
| Malaysian Grand Prix | Sauber | 9 | Engine | 0 |
| Australian Grand Prix | Sauber | 16 | Collision | 0 |
| Bahrain Grand Prix | Sauber | 16 | Hydraulics | 0 |
20092 races▾
| Grand Prix | Team | Grid | Result | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi Grand Prix | Toyota | 12 | P6 | 3 |
| Brazilian Grand Prix | Toyota | 11 | P10 | 0 |