Formula 1 has been one of the best racing sports in the world, and has a huge reach! Drivers lucky enough to gain a seat on the F1 grid and compete can make some good money.
Current top drivers include Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, who are in the top three of the drivers championship, as well as Mercedes’ George Russell, who is in sixth place.
These guys often earn the most thanks to their success on the track and their ability to amass sponsors and fans. Their performance, experience, and marketability, are important factors as well.
Driver salaries in F1 are typically negotiated between the driver and their team, with many contracts lasting multiple years.
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