How Much Do F1 Drivers Really Earn in 2025? Inside the Salaries and Sponsorships
Formula 1 in 2025 continues to be one of the most lucrative sports globally, with top drivers earning substantial salaries and bonuses. This article delves into the reported earnings of F1 drivers for the 2025 season, highlighting the disparities between rookies and seasoned champions.The Sun
🏆 Top Earners on the Grid
The highest-paid drivers in 2025 include:
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull): Reportedly earning $75 million annually, combining base salary and bonuses. PlanetF1+1The Times of India+1
- Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari): With his move to Ferrari, his annual earnings are around $60 million. Financial Times+1The Irish Sun+1
- Lando Norris (McLaren): Following a successful 2024 season, Norris’s earnings have increased to approximately $35 million. news+5The Irish Sun+5PlanetF1+5
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin): The veteran driver continues to earn a substantial $27.5 million.
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari): Leclerc’s earnings are reported at $27 million for the season.
💰 Mid-Tier and Rookie Salaries
While top drivers command multi-million dollar contracts, rookies and mid-tier drivers have more modest earnings:
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren): Despite strong performances, Piastri’s earnings are around $22 million, including bonuses. PlanetF1
- George Russell (Mercedes): Russell’s reported earnings stand at $23 million. PlanetF1
- Carlos Sainz (Williams): Sainz is earning approximately $19 million after his move to Williams. Just Jared
- Jack Doohan (Alpine) and Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls): Both rookies are reported to earn between $500,000 and $1 million. news+2NBC 6 South Florida+2PlanetF1+2
📊 Estimated 2025 F1 Driver Salaries
| Driver | Team | Estimated Salary (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Max Verstappen | Red Bull | $75 million |
| Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | $60 million |
| Lando Norris | McLaren | $35 million |
| Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | $27.5 million |
| Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | $27 million |
| George Russell | Mercedes | $23 million |
| Oscar Piastri | McLaren | $22 million |
| Carlos Sainz | Williams | $19 million |
| Pierre Gasly | Alpine | $12 million |
| Esteban Ocon | Haas | $6 million |
| Nico Hülkenberg | Sauber | $5 million |
| Alex Albon | Williams | $3 million |
| Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | $3 million |
| Liam Lawson | Red Bull | $3 million |
| Yuki Tsunoda | Racing Bulls | $3 million |
| Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | $2 million |
| Gabriel Bortoleto | Sauber | $2 million |
| Oliver Bearman | Haas | $1 million |
| Jack Doohan | Alpine | $500,000 – $1 million |
| Isack Hadjar | Racing Bulls | $500,000 – $1 million |
