Michele Merlino investigates the record book and compiles the stats ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix

Who is the fastest?

Nine races into the season and seven different drivers have already posted a fastest lap: Rubens Barrichello (two), Jenson Button (two), Nico Rosberg, Jarno Trulli, Sebastian Vettel, Felipe Massa and Fernando Alonso.

The last time eight different drivers scored a fastest lap in a season was back in 1991: Nigel Mansell (six), Riccardo Patrese (two), Ayrton Senna (two), Gerhard Berger (two), Jean Alesi, Alain Prost, Bertrand Gachot and Roberto Moreno.

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