F1, or Formula 1, is undoubtedly one of the most well-liked and highest-class sports worldwide. This well-known international racing event is famous for showcasing racing cars endorsed by FIA. However, as the popularity of Formula 1 sport keeps on rising, there are a few players who have been awarded a vast sum for their efforts. So in this article below, we will take a look at the names of the wealthiest F1 car players who are known for their racing skills.
- Michael Schumacher
Net Worth: $600 MillionMicheal Schumacher is a former German F1 player; still, he is not only the wealthiest racing player but also one of the wealthiest sportspeople of all time. He is considered the topmost F1 player as he won the World Championship for five consecutive years between 2000 and 2004. His net Worth is around $600 million.
- Lewis Hamilton 285
Net Worth: $300 MillionThe richest active F1 player today is none other than Lewis Hamilton. The British racing expert is often cited as the most successful driver, holding a world record for winning the World Championship for seven years in his entire career.
- Fernando Alonso
Net Worth: $260 MillionFernando Alonso is a Spanish player who, at the age of 40, is regarded as the greatest and most successful on the F1 grid. Currently, Alonso is one of the wealthiest F1 players of all time. He holds the record of winning the world championship for two consecutive years in his first decade, which sets him apart from his peers.
- Kimi Räikkönen
Net Worth: $250 MillionDespite being an amazing racing player on the grid, Kimi Räikkönen is known as an “Iceman” because of his ice-calm attitude under any kind of situation. Kimi won the F1 world championship in 2007 and has two decades of experience in this field.
- Jenson Button
Net Worth: $150 MillionJenson Button is a retired British race driver who set a record of 15 wins and 50 podiums in the 305 Grand Prix. He has a long career in the F1 grid but only won one world championship title in 2009. Still, Button is considered the wealthiest F1 player, with a net worth of $150 million, and currently works as a sports pundit.
- Sebastian Vettel
Net Worth: $140 MillionSebastian Vettel is a well-reputed German F1 player who won F1 world titles between 2010 and 2013. Vettel is regarded as the most amazing racing driver and holds a record as the youngest F1 world champion. Moreover, he is the 3rd most raced with 53 victories, 122 podiums, and 4th most pole positions during his entire career.
- Mario Andretti
Net Worth: $140 MillionMario Andretti is an Italian-American F1 player considered the most victorious and astonishing American race driver in history. He is touted as the “Driver of the Century” and is the most versatile player on the F1 track record.
- Eddie Irvine
Net Worth: $120 MillionEddie Irvine is a fantastic car racer from Northern Ireland who spent decades on the grid of F1. He enjoyed 26 podiums and four Grand Prix victories in his racing career. With a net worth of $120 million, the racer is also considered one of the wealthiest players of all time.
- Martin Brundle
Net Worth: $100 millionAlthough Martin Brundle’s career was cut short due to injuries, the player is still considered one of the best F1 sports has seen. He has recorded nine podium finishes in his racing career and is currently enjoying the role of a co-commentator alongside David Croft.
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