Norris Climbs to Top-3 in Forbes Rich List
December 10, 2025
Forbes has released its list of the ten highest-paid Formula 1 drivers in 2025. Although the figures are unofficial, they offer a clear picture of the financial landscape within the championship. Lewis Hamilton received the highest base salary, but Max Verstappen topped the overall earnings ranking thanks to substantial performance bonuses.
Reigning World Champion Lando Norris placed third, with a generous title bonus that more than doubled his base pay. Rookie Kimi Antonelli rounded out the top ten, with the majority of his income also coming from performance-based bonuses.
