Jake Benham won the 2023 F1 Esports Series Pro Championship, securing his first-ever drivers' title for Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Esports Team. The British driver clinched the championship with a total of 229 points, beating out his closest rival Thomas Ronhaar who finished second with 190 points.

The championship concluded in dramatic fashion during the final event in December 2023, where Benham's consistent performances throughout the season paid off. His championship-winning campaign included five race victories and multiple podium finishes across the 12-race calendar.

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Esports Team also secured the Constructors' Championship title, marking a double victory for the team in 2023. They accumulated 328 points throughout the season, demonstrating impressive teamwork and strategy execution.

Key highlights of Benham's championship-winning season:

5 race victories
8 podium finishes
229 championship points
Average qualifying position of 4.2
Zero DNFs (Did Not Finish) throughout the season

The final standings of the top three drivers were:

1. Jake Benham (Mercedes) - 229 points
2. Thomas Ronhaar (Haas) - 190 points
3. Bari Boroumand (McLaren) - 177 points

This victory marks a significant milestone in F1 Esports history, as Benham became the first British driver to win the championship since Brendon Leigh in 2018. The 2023 season featured some of the most competitive racing in F1 Esports history, with races conducted on the official F1 23 game platform.

The championship consisted of four events, each featuring three races, making a total of 12 races throughout the season. All events were broadcast live on official F1 social media channels and streaming platforms, attracting millions of viewers worldwide.

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