F1 launched its first team budget cap in 2021 after a big push by the FIA and the commercial rights holder to make the series more financially sustainable.Teams were limited to... read more »
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The possibility of drivers having their salaries capped under a broadening of the Formula 1 financial regulations is up for discussion. read more »
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The budget cap imposed upon the 10 teams by F1 is now in its second season and proving difficult for the sport's 'big three' in Mercedes, Red Bull and Ferrari to... read more »
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Fernando Alonso says Formula 1 is "asking more and more" from the drivers. read more »
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Fernando Alonso has criticised attempts to impose a salary cap on drivers to further restrict soaring costs in F1. read more »
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F1 introduced a budget cap at the start of the 2021 season, initially limiting teams to spending $145 million per year. This figure dropped to $140m for 2022 and will fall by a... read more »
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As a number of teams seek to have the budget cap raised, talks over the inclusion of drivers salaries in the budget limit continue. read more »
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A salary cap is "illegal" and "total idiocy" and will only hurt F1 in the long run says Max Verstappen's manager. read more »
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Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto has warned any potential cap on F1 driver salaries would be impossible in the near future due to the legal ramifications. read more »
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A reported £40million a year for Max Verstappen and he is worth every penny, according to Robert Doornbos. read more »
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The respected newspaper De Telegraaf, which has close links to the Verstappen camp, suggested that the Dutch driver is ready to commit to a fresh deal that could be worth up to... read more »
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We hope Max Verstappen wasn't expecting a big bumper pay rise for winning the World Championship title... read more »
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Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has revealed the team is already close to its limit of what it can afford to pay F1 champion Max Verstappen ahead of new contract talks. read more »
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Forbes' latest salary reveals place Lewis Hamilton atop the the Formula 1 standings for the driver's bank accounts. read more »
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Lewis Hamilton is reportedly willing to take a hit on his £34m salary to re-sign with Mercedes, but wants his bonus doubled. read more »
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Valtteri Bottas says the drivers are "the stars of the show" in Formula 1, but cost-cutting in the sport is the "right direction" to take moving forward. read more »
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As discussions over the proposed cap on driver salaries continue, it is understood that a $30m limit is to be agreed. read more »
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Mercedes are offering "double the salary" to persuade their engine staff to stay, says Helmut Marko, but six have already joined Red Bull. read more »
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Charles Leclerc is not in favour of a salary cap, saying the drivers will be speaking with the FIA about the proposed $30 million cap. read more »
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Sebastian Vettel is "finished" but shouldn't worry about being sacked as he "pays his own salary", says former racing driver Jason Watt. read more »
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Earning a reported $12m, Charles Leclerc says he wouldn't leave Ferrari even if he was offered double the salary. read more »
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In the latest F1 gossip column, Hamilton agreed salary cut in new Mercedes deal, former Ferrari boss linked with return, and a boost for the Miami GP... read more »
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Reports are suggesting that a salary cap is soon to be introduced, with teams able to spend a total of $30million on driver wages. read more »
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Dr Helmut Marko believes a driver salary cap should be introduced because Sir Lewis Hamilton "is too expensive for Formula 1". read more »
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From budget cap to salary cap, F1 will sit down with the drivers to discuss the latter, but not everyone is in favour. read more »
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
7th of December 2025
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lando Norris | 408 |
| 2 | Max Verstappen | 396 |
| 3 | Oscar Piastri | 392 |
| 4 | George Russell | 309 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | 230 |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | 152 |
| 7 | Kimi Antonelli | 150 |
| 8 | Alexander Albon | 73 |
| 9 | Carlos Sainz | 64 |
| 10 | Isack Hadjar | 51 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | McLaren | 800 |
| 2 | Mercedes | 459 |
| 3 | Red Bull Racing | 426 |
| 4 | Ferrari | 382 |
| 5 | Williams | 137 |
| 6 | Racing Bulls | 92 |
| 7 | Aston Martin | 80 |
| 8 | Haas F1 Team | 73 |
| 9 | Kick Sauber | 68 |
| 10 | Alpine | 22 |
