Driver Contracts
Lewis Hamilton has secured a third season with Ferrari after meeting performance clauses in his January 2024 agreement. George Russell's partnership with Mercedes has also been extended through 2027 following the team's decision after the Spanish Grand Prix.
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Max Verstappen remains the highest-paid Formula 1 driver for the 2026 season, earning an estimated $70 million annually. Ferrari fields one of the grid's most expensive driver pairings with Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. These figures, based on estimates, highlight the sport's financial growth amid rising driver earnings.