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Revealed: 2024 F1 highest-paid drivers

Who was the highest-paid driver in the recently concluded 2024 F1 season?

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For the third season in succession, Max Verstappen is F1's highest-paid driver, earning a sensational $75 million.

According to Forbes, Verstappen received an estimated salary of $60 million, plus $15 million in bonuses.

The Red Bull driver clinched a fourth consecutive drivers' title with two races remaining, following a title fight with McLaren's Lando Norris. 

Norris has moved into the top three, receiving a basic $12 million salary, plus $23 million in bonuses, to rake in $35 million in total. Forbes' figures consist solely of driver salaries and bonuses rather than endorsements. 

Sandwiched between Verstappen and Norris on the list is Lewis Hamilton, who earned an estimated $57 million in his final campaign with Mercedes.

The seven-time world champion earned $18 million less than Verstappen, with his earnings estimated to be a $55 million salary and $2 million in bonuses.

Despite a disappointing season, Fernando Alonso is fourth on the list, raking in an estimated $27.5 million, whilst Charles Leclerc completes the top-five on $27 million.

Combined, Forbes estimates the top 10 earners made $317 million, a 23% increase on last year's combined top-10 figure. 

See the 10 highest-paid F1 drivers list below!

10 highest-paid F1 drivers 2024

Driver Amount earned
Max Verstappen $75 million
Lewis Hamilton $57 million
Lando Norris $35 million
Fernando Alonso $27.5 million
Charles Leclerc $27 million
George Russell $23 million
Oscar Piastri $22 million
Sergio Perez $19.5 million
Carlos Sainz $19 million
Pierre Gasly $12 million

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