F1 has been one of the most popular sports across the world for years!
With races taking place throughout the year in several countries, Formula 1 keeps getting more and more popular, with drivers making some pretty good money.
Top drivers like Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen and rising star Oscar Piastri (all pictured here), 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.
On top of a base salary, drivers may also receive bonuses for podium finishes or championship wins, as well as incentives for attracting sponsors or improving the team’s performance.
Exact details of driver contracts are often kept confidential, but a report has revealed how much the top drivers are actually making this season.
Browse through the slideshow to find out who the top earning F1 driver is this season…