The ten richest Formula 1 drivers
World in Sport journalists like to count the money in athletes' pockets. In their latest ranking — the top ten richest Formula 1 drivers…
1. Lewis Hamilton: 320 million pounds
Main sources of income: team salary, endorsement deals, fashion and real estate.
Sir Lewis once again tops the ranking. With seven titles and a move to Ferrari, Hamilton's brand is unrivaled in Formula 1. Successful partnerships with Tommy Hilfiger, Mercedes‑Benz and IWC Schaffhausen add millions to his annual income. He owns properties in Monaco, London and New York and invests in startups in sustainable technologies.
2. Fernando Alonso: 270 million pounds
Main sources of income: team salary, endorsement deals, personal business.
At 44, Alonso is still in great shape. He continues his career and has strong business acumen. Fernando is co‑owner of the fashion brand Kimoa and holds stakes in various Spanish tech companies.
3. Sebastian Vettel: 230 million pounds
Main sources of income: sustainability projects, sponsorship, consulting.
Sebastian has ended his racing career, but his fortune continues to grow. He has become an ambassador for sustainability, advising motorsport organizations on eco‑friendly technologies — and is in high demand in that role.
4. Max Verstappen: 210 million pounds
Main sources of income: team salary, his motorsport projects, Red Bull sponsorship.
Max Verstappen is far from the end of his career; his fortunes are rising, and he is currently the highest‑paid Formula 1 driver.
5. Nico Rosberg: 180 million pounds
Main sources of income: media, YouTube, investments.
Nico no longer races but remains in the public eye. His channel gathers millions of views, and his Formula E team and investments in sustainable mobility have brought him a fortune.
6. Charles Leclerc: 170 million pounds
Main sources of income: team salary, sponsorship deals, property in Monaco.
Leclerc has become the face of Ferrari, owns luxury real estate in Monaco and collaborates with global brands such as Giorgio Armani and Richard Mille.
7. Jenson Button: 150 million pounds
Main sources of income: television, brand partnerships, investments in classic cars.
Button continues to earn thanks to his contract with Sky Sports F1 and his love of classic cars. He has turned his passion into profit by investing in vintage racing cars and commentating on races on TV.
8. Daniel Ricciardo: 135 million pounds
Main sources of income: business.
Daniel built the foundation of his wealth in Formula 1, but even after stepping away from racing he remains a fan favorite. He has his own wine brand and clothing line and recently became a partner of Ford and a global ambassador for Ford Racing.
9. Kimi Räikkönen: 130 million pounds
Main sources of income: rallying, sponsorship deals.
Kimi enjoys a quiet life after Formula 1 but continues to earn. He takes part in rallies, works with Finnish companies, leads Kawasaki's factory team in the Motocross World Championship and lives a very modest life.
10. Lando Norris: 120 million pounds
Main sources of income: team salary, the Quadrant brand.
Lando performs successfully behind the wheel of McLaren and is equally successful in business; his Quadrant brand, beyond sim racing, now produces sportswear and accessories.
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The ten richest Formula 1 drivers
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