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# Quiz: F1 drivers with most races without a pole position
- URL: https://www.the-race.com/formula-1/quiz-f1-drivers-with-most-races-without-a-pole-position/
- Published: 2022-03-27T11:03:07.000Z
- Updated: 2023-09-16T14:52:41.000Z
- Description: With his Saudi Arabian Grand Prix qualifying masterclass Sergio Perez shifted an unwanted Formula 1 record. But which drivers are now the most experienced without ever securing a pole position?
- Author: Josh Suttill
- Tags: Formula 1, #quiz, #image-center-center

With his Saudi Arabian Grand Prix qualifying masterclass, Sergio Perez finally shifted an unwanted Formula 1 record.

Prior to arriving in Jeddah, the Red Bull driver hadn’t secured pole position in 216 qualifying attempts – more than any other driver in F1 history.

But now he’s departed that list, what does the top 20 look like now? We’ve given you a hint of the years they raced in F1 as well as the number of grand prix entries (not starts) of each driver.

Test your knowledge of those nearly-men (in most cases), and let us know how you got on in the comments below or by [tweeting to @wearetherace,](https://twitter.com/wearetherace?ref=the-race.com) and be mindful of spoilers.

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