Things got fairly heated between the likes of Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc this season. And they reached a boiling point when Leclerc crashed into Max in Sakhir and took both of them out of the race. They also took a few verbal shots at each other. This whole situation seems like déjà vu for a certain former Ferrari [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/ferrari/] driver who is none other than Gerhard Berger. The Austrian plied his trade alongside Ayrton Senna in the early 90s at McLaren [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/mclaren/]. So, he has firsthand experience of his personality along with that of his bitter rival, Alain Prost. Sebastian Vettel at the Turkish Grand Prix [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2020-11-15T103246Z_412656228_UP1EGBF0TAMNG_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-TURKEY-1.jpg]Formula One F1 – Turkish Grand Prix – Istanbul Park, Istanbul, Turkey – Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in action during REUTERS/Clive Mason He thinks that the two future World Champions mirror them. “I see their rivalry as that of Ayrton Senna [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/ayrton-senna/] and Alain Prost [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/alain-prost/].” He believes Charles is akin to the ‘professor’ Prost while Max displays shades of Senna. “Charles is a calmer person inside the car, driving feeling less emotion. Verstappen [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/max-verstappen/] on the other hand is very aggressive, a bit like Ayrton. I can’t tell you who would win between the two,” said [https://f1grandprix.motorionline.com/f1-berger-hamilton-mercedes-leclerc-verstappen/] Berger. Berger is putting his money where his mouth is by making another bold proclamation regarding these two, “Charles Leclerc [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/charles-leclerc/] and Max Verstappen would have become world champions with the Mercedes [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/mercedes] of last season.” ARE MAX VERSTAPPEN AND CHARLES LECLERC BETTER THAN LEWIS HAMILTON? However, he isn’t insinuating anything in respect to Lewis Hamilton [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lewis-hamilton/] with this remark. He is simply highlighting the superiority of the machinery he has at his disposal. On the contrary, he thinks that the Briton is a level above his younger peers. “Leclerc and Verstappen are two excellent drivers, but Hamilton remains the most complete and competitive within the starting grid. Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2020-10-11T133711Z_237377467_UP1EGAB11TZ0G_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-EIFEL.jpg]Formula One F1 – Eifel Grand Prix – Nurburgring, Nurburg, Germany – Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in action during the race Pool via REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay “He always knows how to perfectly read the situation and makes the most of his car every race lap. He manages to exploit the tires optimally, bringing them back to temperatures in a short time after a safety car regime.” Hopefully, Berger’s prophecy is right to some extent regarding Leclerc and Verstappen. A rivalry like that [https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-charles-leclerc-recounts-extent-of-bitter-rivalry-with-vertappen-early-on/] could uplift F1 in the near future. They will certainly have some battles in the future if not like Prost and Senna. READ MORE- Who is Max Verstappen’s Girlfriend–Kelly Piquet? [https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-who-is-max-verstappens-girlfriend-kelly-piquet/] 

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<strong>Alain Prost’s Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements</strong>

French former F1 driver Alain Prost is regarded as the legendary <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/ayrton-senna/">Ayrton Senna</a>'s greatest rival. He was offered a chance to race in the final race of the 1979 season for his debut, but declined.

After retirement, he entered a new team, Prost Racing, but never quite met success. In 2013, he joined the Renault e.Dams Formula E team and they went on to win the constructor's title.

Prost remained with them until 2017 when he was hired by Renault as a special adviser for the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/renault/">Renault</a> Formula One Team.

<img class="size-full wp-image-138856" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Ricciardo-interest.jpg" alt="Ricciardo" width="750" height="354" />

<strong>On-track Achievements</strong>

The Frenchman made his full-time debut in 1980 for McLaren, scoring points on his debut with 6th. For the 1981 season, he moved to Renault for three years, scoring a podium in his third race.

In the same year, five races later, he took a maiden win. 'The Professor', as he is fondly known, finished the season in 5th. His highest championship position for Renault was second.

In 1984, he returned to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/mclaren/">McLaren</a>, partnering <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niki_Lauda">Niki Lauda</a>. He finished as the runner-up once again.

A year later, he went one better and bagged a maiden title ahead of Michele Alboreto. Prost repeated the same feat in 1986, effectively taking back-to-back titles.

But then in 1988, a certain Ayrton Senna arrived at McLaren and the rivalry was afoot. That year, he ended the season behind eventual champion, Senna.

In 1989, the roles were reversed, with Prost winning and Senna in 2nd. Eventually, in 1990, Prost had had enough of putting up with Ayrton so he left to join Ferrari. He lost the title, in a dramatic and controversial fashion but the deed was done.

After sitting out in 1992, he came back and clinched the 1993 championship ahead of bitter rival, Senna.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-81421" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/prost-1032506.jpg" alt="Alain Prost" width="594" height="401" />

<strong>Alain Prost's Endorsements</strong>

He has an estimated net worth of $185 million thanks to smart stock investments, substantial property holdings and endorsement deals in addition to his race earnings.

<strong>Charity</strong>

Back in 2005, Prost won a $500,000 legends charity race. The lineup boasted the likes of Emerson Fittipaldi, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Jody Scheckter, Johnny Cecotto and Mick Doohan. The foundations included UK Youth, Farm Africa, Meninos do Morumbi, Jurgen Klinsmann Foundation and Franz Beckenbauer Foundation among others.
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<td width="319">63</td>
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<td width="319">Divorced</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Spouse</strong></td>
<td width="319">Anne-Marie</td>
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<td width="319">France</td>
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Alain Prost’s Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements French former F1 driver Alain Prost is regarded as the legendary Ayrton Senna&#8216;s greatest rival. He was offered a chance to race in the final race of the 1979 season for his debut, but declined. After retirement, he entered a new team, Prost Racing, but never quite met success. In 2013, he joined the Renault e.Dams Formula E team and they went on to win the constructor&#8217;s title. Prost remained with them until 2017 when he was hired by Renault as a special adviser for the Renault Formula One Team. On-track Achievements The Frenchman made his full-time debut in 1980 for McLaren, scoring points on his debut with 6th. For the 1981 season, he moved to Renault for three years, scoring a podium in his third race. In the same year, five races later, he took a maiden win. &#8216;The Professor&#8217;, as he is fondly known, finished the season in 5th. His highest championship position for Renault was second. In 1984, he returned to McLaren, partnering Niki Lauda. He finished as the runner-up once again. A year later, he went one better and bagged a maiden title ahead of Michele Alboreto. Prost repeated the same feat in 1986, effectively taking back-to-back titles. But then in 1988, a certain Ayrton Senna arrived at McLaren and the rivalry was afoot. That year, he ended the season behind eventual champion, Senna. In 1989, the roles were reversed, with Prost winning and Senna in 2nd. Eventually, in 1990, Prost had had enough of putting up with Ayrton so he left to join Ferrari. He lost the title, in a dramatic and controversial fashion but the deed was done. After sitting out in 1992, he came back and clinched the 1993 championship ahead of bitter rival, Senna. Alain Prost&#8217;s Endorsements He has an estimated net worth of $185 million thanks to smart stock investments, substantial property holdings and endorsement deals in addition to his race earnings. Charity Back in 2005, Prost won a $500,000 legends charity race. The lineup boasted the likes of Emerson Fittipaldi, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Jody Scheckter, Johnny Cecotto and Mick Doohan. The foundations included UK Youth, Farm Africa, Meninos do Morumbi, Jurgen Klinsmann Foundation and Franz Beckenbauer Foundation among others.  Age 63  Marital Status Divorced  Spouse Anne-Marie  Residence Nyon, Switzerland  Nationality France  Endorsements Unknown

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<strong>Ayrton Senna’s Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements</strong>

Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna is considered a legend in Formula One. He was beloved in his native Brazil and even in Japan, due to his McLaren <a href="https://en.hondaracingf1.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Honda</a> connection.

Senna is a 3-time world champion, winning all three for McLaren. He had had a bitter rivalry with Frenchman <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/alain-prost/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Alain Prost</a>. Senna made his F1 debut in 1984 with Toleman. His talent was clear when he bagged a podium at the 1984 Monaco Grand Prix for Toleman, an unheralded team.

A year later, he joined Lotus and raced with them for three years. In 1988, he joined McLaren to partner <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/alain-prost/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Alain Prost</a>. In his first season itself, he clinched the championship, his first. He took two more in 1990 and 1991.

He stayed with McLaren until the 1993 season, moving to Williams in 1994. Sadly, he never saw out the season as he was killed in a crash in San Marino.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-142249" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/senna.jpg" alt="Ayrton Senna" width="1600" height="900" />

<strong>On-track Achievements</strong>

In his nearly decade-long career, Senna has had numerous achievements. His maiden podium was a 2nd place in Monaco 1984. He followed it up with two 3rd places in Great Britain and Portugal. A maiden win came in Portugal 1985 followed by another win in Belgium. In 1986, he took two more wins for Lotus at the Spanish GP and the Detroit GP. His final two wins for the British outfit were at Monaco and Detroit.

In 1988, he announced his arrival at McLaren with a bang. Eight wins and three podiums were enough to ensure his maiden title. In 1989, he lost to Prost after a collision with the Frenchman. He tried to rejoin but was disqualified.

A year later, it was deja vu, although this collision occurred at the first corner on the opening lap. In 1991, he took the title again, this time, finishing the race. His final victory was at the 1993 Australian GP.

[caption id="attachment_140763" align="alignnone" width="1100"]<img class="size-full wp-image-140763" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2fa67f482133f1c934235b73c2a03954_XL.jpg" alt="Senna" width="1100" height="731" /> Ayrton Senna[/caption]

<strong>Ayrton Senna Endorsements</strong>

The legendary Brazilian arrived in F1 with two major backers. They were banking company Banerj and jeans company Pool.

<strong>Foundation and Charity</strong>

Despite his on-track persona and bitter rivalries, Senna was a saint to many Brazilians. He did a lot to aid children growing up in the slums of Brazil. His sister even founded the Ayrton Senna Foundation on his wishes.
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<td width="319">34</td>
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<td width="319">Lilian de Vasconcelos Souza (div. 1982)</td>
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<td width="319">Portugal</td>
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<td width="319">Brazl</td>
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<td width="319">Banerj, Pool</td>
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Ayrton Senna’s Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna is considered a legend in Formula One. He was beloved in his native Brazil and even in Japan, due to his McLaren Honda connection. Senna is a 3-time world champion, winning all three for McLaren. He had had a bitter rivalry with Frenchman Alain Prost. Senna made his F1 debut in 1984 with Toleman. His talent was clear when he bagged a podium at the 1984 Monaco Grand Prix for Toleman, an unheralded team. A year later, he joined Lotus and raced with them for three years. In 1988, he joined McLaren to partner Alain Prost. In his first season itself, he clinched the championship, his first. He took two more in 1990 and 1991. He stayed with McLaren until the 1993 season, moving to Williams in 1994. Sadly, he never saw out the season as he was killed in a crash in San Marino. On-track Achievements In his nearly decade-long career, Senna has had numerous achievements. His maiden podium was a 2nd place in Monaco 1984. He followed it up with two 3rd places in Great Britain and Portugal. A maiden win came in Portugal 1985 followed by another win in Belgium. In 1986, he took two more wins for Lotus at the Spanish GP and the Detroit GP. His final two wins for the British outfit were at Monaco and Detroit. In 1988, he announced his arrival at McLaren with a bang. Eight wins and three podiums were enough to ensure his maiden title. In 1989, he lost to Prost after a collision with the Frenchman. He tried to rejoin but was disqualified. A year later, it was deja vu, although this collision occurred at the first corner on the opening lap. In 1991, he took the title again, this time, finishing the race. His final victory was at the 1993 Australian GP. Ayrton Senna Ayrton Senna Endorsements The legendary Brazilian arrived in F1 with two major backers. They were banking company Banerj and jeans company Pool. Foundation and Charity Despite his on-track persona and bitter rivalries, Senna was a saint to many Brazilians. He did a lot to aid children growing up in the slums of Brazil. His sister even founded the Ayrton Senna Foundation on his wishes.  Age 34  Marital Status Divorced  Spouse Lilian de Vasconcelos Souza (div. 1982)  Residence Portugal  Nationality Brazl  Endorsements Banerj, Pool

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<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">Charles Leclerc 2024: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Charles Leclerc is what Ferrari calls the future. Signing a contract with the team till 2024, he has certainly turned heads at the Maranello-based outfit by showing them what he is capable of. He made his debut in 2018 for the Alfa Romeo-Sauber team. Coming from Monaco, he is only the fourth driver from the principality to make the drive in Formula 1 and the first since <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olivier_Beretta" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Olivier Beretta,</a>Â who made his debut in 1994. He began to impress everyone right off the bat.

[caption id="attachment_2381640" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-2381640 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-11-19T062307Z_309101349_UP1EJBJ0HQG1T_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-LASVEGAS.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1366" /> Formula One F1 - Las Vegas Grand Prix - Las Vegas Strip Circuit, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S - November 18, 2023 Ferrari's Charles Leclerc during the drivers parade before the race Pool via REUTERS/Darron Cummings[/caption]

There were a lot of doubts regarding Ferrari's signing for 2019. Many people suspected that he wasn't ready and that his much-experienced teammate, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/sebastian-vettel/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Sebastian Vettel</a>, would undermine him on a grand scale. However, he ended up coming out on top, claiming P4 in the Drivers' Championship ahead of the German.

The very next season, despite Ferrari's struggles, Leclerc continued to carry the outfit on his shoulders all by himself. In the process, Leclerc also dominated against his championship-winning teammate for the second straight season, who later quit driving for Ferrari. The Monegasque, however, is facing a stern challenge from his new teammate, Carlos Sainz.

Leclerc also has one of the coolest helmets on the grid despite opting for a minimal design, with the color white dominating most parts of it.

<strong>ALSO READ: </strong><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ferrari-confirm-their-future-with-charles-leclerc-through-a-5-year-contract-and-fat-pay-cheque/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Ferrari Confirms Their Future With Charles Leclerc Through a 5-Year Contract and a Fat Pay Cheque</a>
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">Charles Leclerc: Stats and On-track Achievements</h2>
Charles Leclerc showcased his class and strength from the junior classes, winning the 2016 GP3 Series and the 2017 Formula 2 Championships. He was personally picked up by Sergio Marchionne.

While in the 2018 season, his best finish was P6, his performance in the 2019 season was on another level. Leclerc took 7 pole positions and 2 race wins, including the highly prestigious Italian Grand Prix at Monza, giving the Tifosi something to smile about. He was ready to challenge Sebastian Vettel from the very first day, very eager to dethrone his number 1 status. He did manage to do that, eventually. Leclerc also beat Vettel by an even bigger margin in 2020. However, in 2021, the lead Ferrari driver had a shocking defeat to his new teammate, Sainz. After an intense battle, Sainz pipped Leclerc in the driver's standings after an astounding podium at the season finale in Abu Dhabi.

[caption id="attachment_2092554" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-2092554 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-09-02T150835Z_1926457669_UP1EJ921628MH_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-ITALY.jpg" alt="Ferrari drivers Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc" width="1920" height="1312" /> Formula One F1 - Italian Grand Prix - Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Monza, Italy - September 2, 2023. Ferrari's Carlos Sainz Jr. celebrates after qualifying in pole position with Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. REUTERS/Jennifer Lorenzini[/caption]

Over the course of 85 race starts, Leclerc has scored 4 wins, 16 podiums, and racked up 646 points. He finished fourth in the Drivers' Championship in 2019. Leclerc also finished in P8 in 2020, as opposed to his teammate's P13. And lately, in 2021, Leclerc almost out-scored his teammate but ended up losing the lead at the Abu Dhabi GP.

The 2022 season was Leclerc's best yet as he went on to claim 3 race wins over the course of the season. He was level on points with Sergio Perez at 290 points each heading into the final race of the 2022 season. The Ferrari driver pulled off an overtake on Perez who started ahead of him in P2. In doing so, he secured 2nd place in the Drivers' Championship as well as P2 for Ferrari in the Constructors' Championship. The 2023 season witnessed a downward trajectory in terms of performance as he finished 5th in the Drivers' Championship with 206 points, 6 points ahead of his teammate Carlos Sainz who finished 7th. However, it was Sainz who achieved Ferrari's only victory in the season.
<h3 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">Best Moments of Charles Leclerc</h3>
One of the most hilarious moments of Leclerc's career is his team radio exchange following a shunt at Baku during qualifying in 2019. He yelled, <em>"I am stupid."</em> Since then, a lot of fans would often bring up this radio message every time the Monegasque puts his Ferrari into the wall.

There is also the Banana costume he showed up in during one of his live Twitch streams which subsequently garnered him an insane amount of popularity. In the 2019 season, Leclerc became the youngest driver to receive the FIA pole position trophy for the most qualifying poles. He won the Crypto.com Overtake of the Year Award for his last-lap overtake of Sergio Perez at the inaugural Las Vegas GP in 2023.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">Charles Leclerc: Net Worth</h2>
As perÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/charles-leclerc-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, Charles Leclerc has a Net Worth of $40 million. His performance in his debut season prompted Ferrari to sign him for a <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ferrari-confirm-their-future-with-charles-leclerc-through-a-5-year-contract-and-fat-pay-cheque/" target="_self" rel="noopener">massive five-year extension</a>Â that will see him at Maranello till the end of the 2024 season.

FromÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.gpfans.com/en/articles/4026/formula-1-driver-salaries-2019/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$3.5 million in 2019</a>, his salary shot up to a whoppingÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.racefans.net/2020/03/30/how-much-are-f1-drivers-earning-in-2020-and-should-their-fees-be-capped/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 million per annum</a>, in 2020. The rising trend followed into the 2021 season as well. <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/brettknight/2023/11/29/formula-1s-highest-paid-drivers-2023/?sh=493528e5463f" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forbes</a> reported Leclerc to obtain an on-track salary of $14 million from Ferrari in 2023 and an additional $2 million through bonuses.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center"><strong>Charles Leclerc : Endorsements</strong></h2>
Leclerc is largely backed by Scuderia Ferrari and the Ferrari Driver's Academy. Though he is still in the early stages of his career, his age will give him a chance to earn more sponsors and backers.

Leclerc was also sponsored byÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.richardmille.com/friends-and-partners/charles-leclerc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Richard Mille</a> in his junior days. He is destined to attract the interest of a lot of sponsors who would be looking to take advantage of his long-term Ferrari deal in order to establish their own name.

In May 2020, Charles Leclerc <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/Charles_Leclerc/status/1262352802803789826?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noopener">announced his partnership</a> with the Italian luxury fashion brand Giorgio Armani. Leclerc is the brand ambassador for Armani and its Made to Measure Line. He also mostly prefers using Ray-Ban sunglasses amid the American-Italian company's partnership with Scuderia Ferrari. In 2022, EA Sports made Leclerc their first-ever F1 ambassador.

To buy Leclerc merch online, here's the official site owned byÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://f1store4.formula1.com/en/charles-leclerc/a-3484884900+z-958814-4029220526?_ref=m-TOPNAV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">F1</a>.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">Personal life</h2>
Leclerc was born and brought up in Monte Carlo, Monaco, one of the most elite places on the earth. However, despite growing up in one of the richest principalities around the world, Leclerc didn't possess an abundance of wealth. He had positive influences from his fatherâ€“HervÃ© Leclerc, and former F1 driver Jules Bianchi during his childhood. HervÃ© was a former race car driver himself and competed in Formula 3 during the 80s and 90s. Sadly, the Monegasque lost those close to him in tragic circumstances.

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His close friend and godfather Jules Bianchi passed away following a heavy crash at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix. A few years later in 2017, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.autosport.com/f2/news/130319/leclerc-emotional-pole-was-for-late-father" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Leclerc's father passed away</a>Â following a prolonged battle with an undisclosed illness. Later in 2020,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-charles-leclerc-remembers-dear-friend-anthoine-hubert-ahead-of-the-belgian-grand-prix/" target="_self" rel="noopener">his close friend</a>, Anthoine Hubert, who was competing in F2, suffered a massive crash at Spa Francorchamps, and subsequently passed away. Leclerc, then went on to win the Belgian GP that weekend and dedicated what was his first F1 victory to the late Frenchman.

Charles' mother's name is Pascale Leclerc. Charles has <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.autosport.com/f2/news/130319/leclerc-emotional-pole-was-for-late-father" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2 siblings</a>Â - an older brother, Lorenzo, and a younger brother, Arthur. Arthur Leclerc currently races in the Formula Regional European Championship and is a part of the Ferrari junior program.

<strong>ALSO READ</strong><strong>-</strong>Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/charles-leclerc-childhood-early-struggles-and-relationship-with-jules-bianchi/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Charles Leclerc: Childhood, Early Struggles, and Relationship with Jules Bianchi</a>

Charles <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/8531264/charles-leclerc-ex-girlfriend-giadi-gianni-f1-ferrari-break-up-dating-jules-bianchi/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">previously dated</a> Giada Gianni for 5 years, before splitting up in late 2019. Soon, Leclerc started dating Charlotte Sine, a model and Instagram influencer. They were together for 3 years until they mutually parted ways in December 2022. He is <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-ferrari-news-who-is-alexandra-saint-mleux-charles-leclerc-s-girlfriend-and-famous-tiktok-content-creator/">currently in a relationship</a> with Italian social media influencer Alexandra Saint Mleux. Alexandra is a 21-year-old reportedly studying Art History in Paris, France.

[caption id="attachment_2370480" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-2370480 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-11-17T061156Z_1583860672_MT1USATODAY21913678_RTRMADP_3_FORMULA-ONE-FORMULA-1-HEINEKEN-SILVER-LAS-VEGAS-GRAND-PRIX-1.jpg" alt="Charles Leclerc Alexandra Saint Mleux" width="1920" height="1280" /> Nov 16, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Scuderia Ferrari driver Charles LeClerc of Monaco (16) arrives with girlfriend Alexandra Saint Mleux before free practice at Las Vegas Strip Circuit. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

There were also speculations that Leclerc could be a blood relative of Charles Sobhraj and Marie Andre Leclerc, the French serial killer duo, but, the truth is, No! Charles isn't related to them in any way.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center"><strong>Charles Leclerc: Car Collection</strong></h2>
Being a Ferrari driver, it doesn't come as a surprise that Leclerc has a stunning collection of Prancing Horse cars. They include the first ever Ferrari hybrid, SF90 Stradale which produces 986HP, and a custom Ferrari 488 Pista Spider with a black paint job along with red &amp; white stripes down the center to denote the Monaco flag. Apart from these two Ferrari beauties, Leclerc also owns a Ferrari Roma and a Ferrari 812 Superfast. Another prized possession of his is the Ferrari 812 Competizione Aperta. The personalized white model boasts a 6.5L V12 which can generate more than 800HP. The crown jewel in his collection though is the Ferrari SF90, his F1 car from the 2019 season in which he crossed the chequered flag to take the first F1 win of his career. Apart from the Ferrari cars, the Monegasque also owns numerous other cars, including a Land Rover Discovery, a Rolls Royce Wraith, a Jaguar XF, a McLaren GT, and the $3 million Bugatti Chiron.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center"><strong>Charles Leclerc: Foundations and Charity Work</strong></h2>
Leclerc <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="http://www.fondationprincessecharlene.mc/en/news/f1-driver-charles-leclerc-named-ambassador-of-the-princess-charlene-of-monaco-foundation" target="_blank" rel="noopener">is the brand ambassador</a>Â for the Princess Charlene Foundation. Princess Charlene is the princess of Monaco and the wife of Prince Albert II. The foundation aims to help children develop sporting values. Prior to her marriage to Prince Albert, she was an athlete herself. Recognizing Leclerc's talent, she made him the ambassador.

In 2019, Leclerc teamed up with Sebastian Vettel toÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.espn.in/f1/story/_/id/26836139/ferrari-drivers-sebastian-vettel-charles-leclerc-team-cristiano-ronaldo-charity-football-match" target="_blank" rel="noopener">play a football match</a> for a charity aimed at cancer research. To aid in the fight against COVID-19, Leclerc teamed up with fellow F1 drivers to organize a charity F1 Esports event called Race For The World. The initiativeÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.racefans.net/2020/04/17/drivers-raise-70000-as-leclerc-wins-race-for-the-world-series/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">raised nearly $70000</a>.

Leclerc also donned the role of a part-time delivery partner when heÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.charles-leclerc-volunteering-with-the-monaco-red-cross-to-help-coronavirus.4BpIts9gVqvJlOb20T00Gb.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">teamed up</a> with the Monaco Red Cross to deliver food and essentials to the elderly in Monaco, during the Coronavirus crisis. Additionally, he has his <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.clkarting.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">own Karting company</a>, which he launched to help youngsters through the initial years of struggle and promote racing across the globe.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">How to contact Charles Leclerc?</h2>
Being part of the "new" generation of F1 drivers, Leclerc is quite active on social media and even has his own official website. Interested parties can reach out to Leclerc through his official website:Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.charlesleclerc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.charlesleclerc.com</a>

Likewise, fans can connect with the Monegasque via hisÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/charles_leclerc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/Charles_Leclerc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a>,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.twitch.tv/charlesleclerc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitch</a>,Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/CharlesLeclercOfficiel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a>, andÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIzIX1qgW7P3eF6JCk_afCA/featured" target="_blank" rel="noopener">YouTube</a>Â accounts. Leclerc is particularly active on Twitch and even wore one of the most absurd costumes during a live stream - Banana. To the ones searching for high-quality images of Leclerc to use as wallpapers, check out thisÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.charlesleclerc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">link</a>.
<table style="width: 54.0273%">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Parents</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">HervÃ© Leclerc and Pascale Leclerc</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Marital Status</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Single (In a relationship with Alexandra Saint Mleux)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Team</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Ferrari</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Residence</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Monaco</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Nationality</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Monegasque</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Endorsements</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Richard Mille, Scuderia Ferrari, Giorgio Armani, Ray-Ban</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Annual Salary</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">$14 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Net worth</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">$40 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Date of Birth</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">16th October, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Height</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">1.8m</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Races Won</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Points</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">1074 (2023 Abu Dhabi GP)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Podiums</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">30</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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Charles Leclerc

Charles Leclerc 2024: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Charles Leclerc is what Ferrari calls the future. Signing a contract with the team till 2024, he has certainly turned heads at the Maranello-based outfit by showing them what he is capable of. He made his debut in 2018 for the Alfa Romeo-Sauber team. Coming from Monaco, he is only the fourth driver from the principality to make the drive in Formula 1 and the first since Olivier Beretta,Â who made his debut in 1994. He began to impress everyone right off the bat. Formula One F1 &#8211; Las Vegas Grand Prix &#8211; Las Vegas Strip Circuit, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S &#8211; November 18, 2023 Ferrari&#8217;s Charles Leclerc during the drivers parade before the race Pool via REUTERS/Darron Cummings There were a lot of doubts regarding Ferrari&#8217;s signing for 2019. Many people suspected that he wasn&#8217;t ready and that his much-experienced teammate, Sebastian Vettel, would undermine him on a grand scale. However, he ended up coming out on top, claiming P4 in the Drivers&#8217; Championship ahead of the German. The very next season, despite Ferrari&#8217;s struggles, Leclerc continued to carry the outfit on his shoulders all by himself. In the process, Leclerc also dominated against his championship-winning teammate for the second straight season, who later quit driving for Ferrari. The Monegasque, however, is facing a stern challenge from his new teammate, Carlos Sainz. Leclerc also has one of the coolest helmets on the grid despite opting for a minimal design, with the color white dominating most parts of it. ALSO READ: Ferrari Confirms Their Future With Charles Leclerc Through a 5-Year Contract and a Fat Pay Cheque Charles Leclerc: Stats and On-track Achievements Charles Leclerc showcased his class and strength from the junior classes, winning the 2016 GP3 Series and the 2017 Formula 2 Championships. He was personally picked up by Sergio Marchionne. While in the 2018 season, his best finish was P6, his performance in the 2019 season was on another level. Leclerc took 7 pole positions and 2 race wins, including the highly prestigious Italian Grand Prix at Monza, giving the Tifosi something to smile about. He was ready to challenge Sebastian Vettel from the very first day, very eager to dethrone his number 1 status. He did manage to do that, eventually. Leclerc also beat Vettel by an even bigger margin in 2020. However, in 2021, the lead Ferrari driver had a shocking defeat to his new teammate, Sainz. After an intense battle, Sainz pipped Leclerc in the driver&#8217;s standings after an astounding podium at the season finale in Abu Dhabi. Formula One F1 &#8211; Italian Grand Prix &#8211; Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Monza, Italy &#8211; September 2, 2023. Ferrari&#8217;s Carlos Sainz Jr. celebrates after qualifying in pole position with Ferrari&#8217;s Charles Leclerc. REUTERS/Jennifer Lorenzini Over the course of 85 race starts, Leclerc has scored 4 wins, 16 podiums, and racked up 646 points. He finished fourth in the Drivers&#8217; Championship in 2019. Leclerc also finished in P8 in 2020, as opposed to his teammate&#8217;s P13. And lately, in 2021, Leclerc almost out-scored his teammate but ended up losing the lead at the Abu Dhabi GP. The 2022 season was Leclerc&#8217;s best yet as he went on to claim 3 race wins over the course of the season. He was level on points with Sergio Perez at 290 points each heading into the final race of the 2022 season. The Ferrari driver pulled off an overtake on Perez who started ahead of him in P2. In doing so, he secured 2nd place in the Drivers&#8217; Championship as well as P2 for Ferrari in the Constructors&#8217; Championship. The 2023 season witnessed a downward trajectory in terms of performance as he finished 5th in the Drivers&#8217; Championship with 206 points, 6 points ahead of his teammate Carlos Sainz who finished 7th. However, it was Sainz who achieved Ferrari&#8217;s only victory in the season. Best Moments of Charles Leclerc One of the most hilarious moments of Leclerc&#8217;s career is his team radio exchange following a shunt at Baku during qualifying in 2019. He yelled, &#8220;I am stupid.&#8221; Since then, a lot of fans would often bring up this radio message every time the Monegasque puts his Ferrari into the wall. There is also the Banana costume he showed up in during one of his live Twitch streams which subsequently garnered him an insane amount of popularity. In the 2019 season, Leclerc became the youngest driver to receive the FIA pole position trophy for the most qualifying poles. He won the Crypto.com Overtake of the Year Award for his last-lap overtake of Sergio Perez at the inaugural Las Vegas GP in 2023. Charles Leclerc: Net Worth As perÂ Celebrity Net Worth, Charles Leclerc has a Net Worth of $40 million. His performance in his debut season prompted Ferrari to sign him for a massive five-year extensionÂ that will see him at Maranello till the end of the 2024 season. FromÂ $3.5 million in 2019, his salary shot up to a whoppingÂ $10 million per annum, in 2020. The rising trend followed into the 2021 season as well. Forbes reported Leclerc to obtain an on-track salary of $14 million from Ferrari in 2023 and an additional $2 million through bonuses. Charles Leclerc : Endorsements Leclerc is largely backed by Scuderia Ferrari and the Ferrari Driver&#8217;s Academy. Though he is still in the early stages of his career, his age will give him a chance to earn more sponsors and backers. Leclerc was also sponsored byÂ Richard Mille in his junior days. He is destined to attract the interest of a lot of sponsors who would be looking to take advantage of his long-term Ferrari deal in order to establish their own name. In May 2020, Charles Leclerc announced his partnership with the Italian luxury fashion brand Giorgio Armani. Leclerc is the brand ambassador for Armani and its Made to Measure Line. He also mostly prefers using Ray-Ban sunglasses amid the American-Italian company&#8217;s partnership with Scuderia Ferrari. In 2022, EA Sports made Leclerc their first-ever F1 ambassador. To buy Leclerc merch online, here&#8217;s the official site owned byÂ F1. Personal life Leclerc was born and brought up in Monte Carlo, Monaco, one of the most elite places on the earth. However, despite growing up in one of the richest principalities around the world, Leclerc didn&#8217;t possess an abundance of wealth. He had positive influences from his fatherâ€“HervÃ© Leclerc, and former F1 driver Jules Bianchi during his childhood. HervÃ© was a former race car driver himself and competed in Formula 3 during the 80s and 90s. Sadly, the Monegasque lost those close to him in tragic circumstances. ALSO READ: Everything There is to Know About Charles Leclerc&#8217;s Family: His Late Father and Racer Brother His close friend and godfather Jules Bianchi passed away following a heavy crash at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix. A few years later in 2017, Leclerc&#8217;s father passed awayÂ following a prolonged battle with an undisclosed illness. Later in 2020,Â his close friend, Anthoine Hubert, who was competing in F2, suffered a massive crash at Spa Francorchamps, and subsequently passed away. Leclerc, then went on to win the Belgian GP that weekend and dedicated what was his first F1 victory to the late Frenchman. Charles&#8217; mother&#8217;s name is Pascale Leclerc. Charles has 2 siblingsÂ &#8211; an older brother, Lorenzo, and a younger brother, Arthur. Arthur Leclerc currently races in the Formula Regional European Championship and is a part of the Ferrari junior program. ALSO READ&#8211;Â Charles Leclerc: Childhood, Early Struggles, and Relationship with Jules Bianchi Charles previously dated Giada Gianni for 5 years, before splitting up in late 2019. Soon, Leclerc started dating Charlotte Sine, a model and Instagram influencer. They were together for 3 years until they mutually parted ways in December 2022. He is currently in a relationship with Italian social media influencer Alexandra Saint Mleux. Alexandra is a 21-year-old reportedly studying Art History in Paris, France. Nov 16, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Scuderia Ferrari driver Charles LeClerc of Monaco (16) arrives with girlfriend Alexandra Saint Mleux before free practice at Las Vegas Strip Circuit. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports There were also speculations that Leclerc could be a blood relative of Charles Sobhraj and Marie Andre Leclerc, the French serial killer duo, but, the truth is, No! Charles isn&#8217;t related to them in any way. Charles Leclerc: Car Collection Being a Ferrari driver, it doesn&#8217;t come as a surprise that Leclerc has a stunning collection of Prancing Horse cars. They include the first ever Ferrari hybrid, SF90 Stradale which produces 986HP, and a custom Ferrari 488 Pista Spider with a black paint job along with red &amp; white stripes down the center to denote the Monaco flag. Apart from these two Ferrari beauties, Leclerc also owns a Ferrari Roma and a Ferrari 812 Superfast. Another prized possession of his is the Ferrari 812 Competizione Aperta. The personalized white model boasts a 6.5L V12 which can generate more than 800HP. The crown jewel in his collection though is the Ferrari SF90, his F1 car from the 2019 season in which he crossed the chequered flag to take the first F1 win of his career. Apart from the Ferrari cars, the Monegasque also owns numerous other cars, including a Land Rover Discovery, a Rolls Royce Wraith, a Jaguar XF, a McLaren GT, and the $3 million Bugatti Chiron. Charles Leclerc: Foundations and Charity Work Leclerc is the brand ambassadorÂ for the Princess Charlene Foundation. Princess Charlene is the princess of Monaco and the wife of Prince Albert II. The foundation aims to help children develop sporting values. Prior to her marriage to Prince Albert, she was an athlete herself. Recognizing Leclerc&#8217;s talent, she made him the ambassador. In 2019, Leclerc teamed up with Sebastian Vettel toÂ play a football match for a charity aimed at cancer research. To aid in the fight against COVID-19, Leclerc teamed up with fellow F1 drivers to organize a charity F1 Esports event called Race For The World. The initiativeÂ raised nearly $70000. Leclerc also donned the role of a part-time delivery partner when heÂ teamed up with the Monaco Red Cross to deliver food and essentials to the elderly in Monaco, during the Coronavirus crisis. Additionally, he has his own Karting company, which he launched to help youngsters through the initial years of struggle and promote racing across the globe. How to contact Charles Leclerc? Being part of the &#8220;new&#8221; generation of F1 drivers, Leclerc is quite active on social media and even has his own official website. Interested parties can reach out to Leclerc through his official website:Â https://www.charlesleclerc.com Likewise, fans can connect with the Monegasque via hisÂ Instagram,Â Twitter,Â Twitch,Â Facebook, andÂ YouTubeÂ accounts. Leclerc is particularly active on Twitch and even wore one of the most absurd costumes during a live stream &#8211; Banana. To the ones searching for high-quality images of Leclerc to use as wallpapers, check out thisÂ link.  Parents HervÃ© Leclerc and Pascale Leclerc  Marital Status Single (In a relationship with Alexandra Saint Mleux)  Team Ferrari  Residence Monaco  Nationality Monegasque  Endorsements Richard Mille, Scuderia Ferrari, Giorgio Armani, Ray-Ban  Annual Salary $14 million  Net worth $40 million  Date of Birth 16th October, 1997  Height 1.8m  Races Won 5  Points 1074 (2023 Abu Dhabi GP)  Podiums 30  &nbsp;

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Max Verstappen 2024: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Max Verstappen was a child prodigy who was roped in by Red Bull F1 at a very young age. He moved into F1 directly from F3 at the age of 17 during the 2015 Australian Grand Prix, partneringÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="http://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/carlos-sainz/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Carlos Sainz Jr</a> in Toro Rosso. For the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix, he was promoted to Red Bull, a race that he won. There was a lot of hype around his entry into Formula 1, and it was completely justified.

He has always been classified as the next big thing in Formula 1, and many anticipate him to do what Lewis Hamilton is doing in the current F1 era. Such is his might and skill, that former F1 drivers, Jenson Button and <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="http://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/fernando-alonso/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Fernando Alonso,</a>Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.out-of-this-world-verstappen-on-same-level-as-schumacher-and-alonso-says.6BLkA9yf5x1Qy1rHLyRQPW.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">labeled</a>Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.planetf1.com/news/alonso-verstappen-is-the-best-driver-in-f1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">him as one of the best F1 drivers on the grid</a>. But his skill also comes with him being a hot head oftenÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/arrogant-comments-from-max-verstappen-in-the-press-conference-lead-to-the-fia-investigation-and-further-penalty/" target="_self" rel="noopener">known to say</a> controversial statements or target teams/players directly.

[caption id="attachment_2141520" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-2141520 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-09-17T103059Z_2125110180_UP1EJ9H0T7L0V_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-SINGAPORE.jpg" alt="Max Verstappen" width="1920" height="1298" /> Formula One F1 - Singapore Grand Prix - Marina Bay Street Circuit, Singapore - September 17, 2023 Red Bull's Max Verstappen during the drivers parade before the race REUTERS/Andy Chua[/caption]
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center"><b>Max Verstappen: </b>Personal life</h2>
Max Verstappen's father - Jos Verstappen was an F1 driver who currently manages him. Jos' F1 career wasn't quite as successful as his son's. His mother's name is Sophie Kumpen. Verstappen's sister, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/victoriaverstappen/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Victoria</a>, enjoys a healthy following on social media and has her own fashion line.

<strong>Read More:Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-who-is-max-verstappens-father-jos-the-man-behind-one-of-f1s-greatest-superstars/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Who Is Max Verstappen's Father Jos? The Man Behind One of F1's Greatest Superstars</a></strong>

Verstappen was in a relationship with <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/8531890/max-verstappen-girlfriend-dilara-sanlik-f1-red-bull/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dilara Sanlik</a>.Â As of 2024, Max Verstappen is in a relationship with Kelly Piquet. The latter even showed up at the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix, where Verstappen won his second F1 race of the season. She was standing amongst the Red Bull crew during the podium celebrations. Following the nerve-wracking 2021 season, Verstappen and Piquet spent their Christmas and New Year with the Piquet family in Brazil. Kelly is the daughter of 3-time champion Nelson Piquet.

<strong>Read More:Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-who-is-max-verstappens-girlfriend-kelly-piquet/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Who is Max Verstappen's Girlfriend? Kelly Piquet?</a></strong>
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center"><strong>Max Verstappen's Stats and On-track </strong><b>Achievements</b></h2>
Considering the age at which he joined Formula 1, he has multiple records to his name. He is the youngest driver to start a race, score points, be a race leader, step on the podium, and set the fastest lap. Sadly, the one record that eluded him was the Youngest pole sitter, a record that still belongs to <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/sebastian-vettel/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Sebastian Vettel</a>.

With his race win at the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix, he also became the youngest driver to win a Grand Prix. 2019 initially remained one of his best seasons in F1. He had to take a leadership role in the team with Daniel Ricciardo departing to Renault. Max Verstappen took 3 race victories and 2 pole positions to bring glory to both Red Bull and an ailing Honda.

[caption id="attachment_2223056" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-2223056 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-10-07T194412Z_27526334_UP1EJA71ITMO9_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-QATAR.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1340" /> Formula One F1 - Qatar Grand Prix - Lusail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar - October 7, 2023 Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates with his team after winning the championship REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed[/caption]

However, then arrived the 2021 season, which witnessed the best version yet of Verstappen. Verstappen went in level on points with Lewis Hamilton heading into the season finale at Abu Dhabi. Both drivers were on 369.5 points and after a high-tension battle for the championship, the Dutchman ousted his rival, to clinch his first-ever title in F1.

Max Verstappen upped the ante the following season, claiming his 2nd Drivers' Championship in 2022 with 454 points. The 2023 season was Verstappen's most dominant as he clinched a hattrick of Drivers' titles with a record 86.35 win percentage. He won a total of 19 out of the 22 races in the 2023 season.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">Max Verstappen: New racing number</h2>
Having won the world championship title in 2021, Verstappen earned the privilege of replacing his previous number, 33, with 1. The rulebook of F1 suggests that any driver that manages to win a title would have the option of sporting #1 over the succeeding season. However, if the driver fails to defend their title that year, they would have to revert to their usual number in the following season.

One might wonder why there hasn't been a driver sporting this prestigious number over all these years. Well, since the hybrid era, only two drivers, apart from Verstappen, have won titles; Hamilton and Rosberg. While the latter retired right after his championship-winning year, denying himself of embracing the king's treatment, Hamilton chose to run with his favorite number, 44, instead.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">Max Verstappen: Net Worth 2024</h2>
Naturally, the kind of personality Verstappen is, he always finds himself in the news good or bad. But at the end of the day, Verstappen delivers on the track and Red Bull doesn't want to lose their star driver. The Dutchman is contracted to Red Bull until the end of 2028.

<strong>Read More:Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-max-verstappen-monaco-house-how-much-is-it-worth-other-key-details/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Max Verstappen Monaco House: How Much is it Worth &amp; Other Key Details?</a></strong>

Despite his young age and relatively short career, his net worth stands at almostÂ <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/max-verstappen-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$90 million</a>. However, Verstappen's net worth could shoot up, considering the substantial rise in pay from 2024 amidst the newly signed contract. The Dutchman will receive an <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/brettknight/2023/11/29/formula-1s-highest-paid-drivers-2023/?sh=493528e5463f" target="_blank" rel="noopener">on-track salary</a> of a whopping $70M, including $25M in bonuses. However, as of now, Verstappen's yearly salary stands at $45M.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Max Verstappen's Honors and Achievements</h2>
Formula One Driver's World Championships - 3 (2021, 2022, and 2023)

Formula One Constructor's World Championships - 2 (2022, and 2023)

DHL Fastest Lap Awards - 2 (2022, and 2023)

FIA Pole Trophies - 5 (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2020)

Dutch Sportsman of the Year - 3 (2016, 2021, and 2022)

Lorenzo Bandini Trophy - Won in 2016 for the 2015 Season

Laureus World Sportsman of the Year - 1 (2022)
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center"><b>Max Verstappen: Endorsements</b></h2>
While his annual salary at Red Bull puts him among the top brass of the sport, his fan following is topped only by Lewis Hamilton himself. He has an army of fans who call themselves the Orange Army and are present wearing Orange T-shirts for almost all European races. This popularity makes him very desirable among brands, thus making him one of the most marketable drivers on the grid. His <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.verstappen.com/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">main sponsors</a> are Tag Heuer, Jumbo Supermarkets, Ziggo, Red Bull, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.g-star.com/en_be/shop/men/max_verstappen_collection" target="_blank" rel="noopener">G-Star</a> Raw, and CarNext.com. Verstappen's earnings through endorsements stand at $4 million annually.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center"><strong>Max Verstappen: Foundations and Charity Work</strong></h2>
Like most F1 drivers, Verstappen has participated inÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://verstappen.com/en/gallerydetail/254" target="_blank" rel="noopener">charity football events</a>. He is also part of theÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.charitystars.com/collection/max-verstappen-en/closed" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Charity Stars</a>Â andÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.sportvideos.tv/max-verstappen-kitz-red-bull-charity-race-2017-f1-and-motogp-stars-on-skis/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">raced in a Red Bull-sponsored charity event in 2017</a>.

In early 2020, VerstappenÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.grandprix.com/news/verstappen-donates-to-koala-fundraiser.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">donated</a>Â an unspecified amount to a fundraiser as part of aid for Koalas affected by bushfires in Australia.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Max Verstappen's Car Collection</h2>
Max Verstappen boasts of a private car collection worth $6.4million. His prized possession is the $2.7 million hypercar Valkyrie, which Red Bull-Aston Martin jointly developed. He also owns the road-legal version of the James Bond car in the film Spectre - DB11 worth $200,000. His garage houses a couple of Ferrari's as well, which includes the 488 Pista worth $331,000 and the $1.2 million Monza SP2. Additionally, his collection includes the 2018 Vantage ($150,000) and a DBS Superleggera ($360,000). However, his first purchase was a $400,000 Renault R. S. 01. Apart from these beasts, the Dutchman owns a yellow Renault Clio which was gifted to him by his parents.
<h2 class="jsx-8c85ea4b4bcf4dfc" style="text-align: center">How to contact Max Verstappen?</h2>
Fans can contact Max Verstappen through a variety of channels, including social media accounts and his official website. Verstappen has anÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/maxverstappen1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>Â andÂ <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/Max33Verstappen?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a> account, which he uses to connect with fans and post regular updates. Verstappen has launched his own online retail store named <a href="https://www.verstappen.com/collections/max-verstappen-33" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Verstappen33</a>, where fans can purchase his official merchandise.

Alternatively, those interested can reach out to Max through his website:Â <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://verstappen.com/en/contact/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.verstappen.nl/en/contact/</a>
<table style="width: 54.0273%">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Parents</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Jos Verstappen and Sophie Kumpen</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Marital Status</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Single (In a relationship with Kelly Piquet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Team</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Red Bull Racing</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Residence</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Monaco</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Nationality</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Dutch, Belgian</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Endorsements</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">Jumbo Supermarkets, Ziggo, G-Star Raw, CarNext.com</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Annual Salary</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">$45 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Net worth</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">$90 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Date of Birth</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">30th September, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Height</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">1.81m</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Ethnicity</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">White</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Points</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">2586.5 (2023 Abu Dhabi GP)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 22.1359%">Championships</td>
<td style="width: 76.5049%">3</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
&nbsp;

Max Verstappen

Max Verstappen 2024: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Max Verstappen was a child prodigy who was roped in by Red Bull F1 at a very young age. He moved into F1 directly from F3 at the age of 17 during the 2015 Australian Grand Prix, partneringÂ Carlos Sainz Jr in Toro Rosso. For the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix, he was promoted to Red Bull, a race that he won. There was a lot of hype around his entry into Formula 1, and it was completely justified. He has always been classified as the next big thing in Formula 1, and many anticipate him to do what Lewis Hamilton is doing in the current F1 era. Such is his might and skill, that former F1 drivers, Jenson Button and Fernando Alonso,Â labeledÂ him as one of the best F1 drivers on the grid. But his skill also comes with him being a hot head oftenÂ known to say controversial statements or target teams/players directly. Formula One F1 &#8211; Singapore Grand Prix &#8211; Marina Bay Street Circuit, Singapore &#8211; September 17, 2023 Red Bull&#8217;s Max Verstappen during the drivers parade before the race REUTERS/Andy Chua Max Verstappen: Personal life Max Verstappen&#8217;s father &#8211; Jos Verstappen was an F1 driver who currently manages him. Jos&#8217; F1 career wasn&#8217;t quite as successful as his son&#8217;s. His mother&#8217;s name is Sophie Kumpen. Verstappen&#8217;s sister, Victoria, enjoys a healthy following on social media and has her own fashion line. Read More:Â Who Is Max Verstappen&#8217;s Father Jos? The Man Behind One of F1&#8217;s Greatest Superstars Verstappen was in a relationship with Dilara Sanlik.Â As of 2024, Max Verstappen is in a relationship with Kelly Piquet. The latter even showed up at the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix, where Verstappen won his second F1 race of the season. She was standing amongst the Red Bull crew during the podium celebrations. Following the nerve-wracking 2021 season, Verstappen and Piquet spent their Christmas and New Year with the Piquet family in Brazil. Kelly is the daughter of 3-time champion Nelson Piquet. Read More:Â Who is Max Verstappen&#8217;s Girlfriend? Kelly Piquet? Max Verstappen&#8217;s Stats and On-track Achievements Considering the age at which he joined Formula 1, he has multiple records to his name. He is the youngest driver to start a race, score points, be a race leader, step on the podium, and set the fastest lap. Sadly, the one record that eluded him was the Youngest pole sitter, a record that still belongs to Sebastian Vettel. With his race win at the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix, he also became the youngest driver to win a Grand Prix. 2019 initially remained one of his best seasons in F1. He had to take a leadership role in the team with Daniel Ricciardo departing to Renault. Max Verstappen took 3 race victories and 2 pole positions to bring glory to both Red Bull and an ailing Honda. Formula One F1 &#8211; Qatar Grand Prix &#8211; Lusail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar &#8211; October 7, 2023 Red Bull&#8217;s Max Verstappen celebrates with his team after winning the championship REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed However, then arrived the 2021 season, which witnessed the best version yet of Verstappen. Verstappen went in level on points with Lewis Hamilton heading into the season finale at Abu Dhabi. Both drivers were on 369.5 points and after a high-tension battle for the championship, the Dutchman ousted his rival, to clinch his first-ever title in F1. Max Verstappen upped the ante the following season, claiming his 2nd Drivers&#8217; Championship in 2022 with 454 points. The 2023 season was Verstappen&#8217;s most dominant as he clinched a hattrick of Drivers&#8217; titles with a record 86.35 win percentage. He won a total of 19 out of the 22 races in the 2023 season. Max Verstappen: New racing number Having won the world championship title in 2021, Verstappen earned the privilege of replacing his previous number, 33, with 1. The rulebook of F1 suggests that any driver that manages to win a title would have the option of sporting #1 over the succeeding season. However, if the driver fails to defend their title that year, they would have to revert to their usual number in the following season. One might wonder why there hasn&#8217;t been a driver sporting this prestigious number over all these years. Well, since the hybrid era, only two drivers, apart from Verstappen, have won titles; Hamilton and Rosberg. While the latter retired right after his championship-winning year, denying himself of embracing the king&#8217;s treatment, Hamilton chose to run with his favorite number, 44, instead. Max Verstappen: Net Worth 2024 Naturally, the kind of personality Verstappen is, he always finds himself in the news good or bad. But at the end of the day, Verstappen delivers on the track and Red Bull doesn&#8217;t want to lose their star driver. The Dutchman is contracted to Red Bull until the end of 2028. Read More:Â Max Verstappen Monaco House: How Much is it Worth &amp; Other Key Details? Despite his young age and relatively short career, his net worth stands at almostÂ $90 million. However, Verstappen&#8217;s net worth could shoot up, considering the substantial rise in pay from 2024 amidst the newly signed contract. The Dutchman will receive an on-track salary of a whopping $70M, including $25M in bonuses. However, as of now, Verstappen&#8217;s yearly salary stands at $45M. Max Verstappen&#8217;s Honors and Achievements Formula One Driver&#8217;s World Championships &#8211; 3 (2021, 2022, and 2023) Formula One Constructor&#8217;s World Championships &#8211; 2 (2022, and 2023) DHL Fastest Lap Awards &#8211; 2 (2022, and 2023) FIA Pole Trophies &#8211; 5 (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2020) Dutch Sportsman of the Year &#8211; 3 (2016, 2021, and 2022) Lorenzo Bandini Trophy &#8211; Won in 2016 for the 2015 Season Laureus World Sportsman of the Year &#8211; 1 (2022) Max Verstappen: Endorsements While his annual salary at Red Bull puts him among the top brass of the sport, his fan following is topped only by Lewis Hamilton himself. He has an army of fans who call themselves the Orange Army and are present wearing Orange T-shirts for almost all European races. This popularity makes him very desirable among brands, thus making him one of the most marketable drivers on the grid. His main sponsors are Tag Heuer, Jumbo Supermarkets, Ziggo, Red Bull, G-Star Raw, and CarNext.com. Verstappen&#8217;s earnings through endorsements stand at $4 million annually. Max Verstappen: Foundations and Charity Work Like most F1 drivers, Verstappen has participated inÂ charity football events. He is also part of theÂ Charity StarsÂ andÂ raced in a Red Bull-sponsored charity event in 2017. In early 2020, VerstappenÂ donatedÂ an unspecified amount to a fundraiser as part of aid for Koalas affected by bushfires in Australia. Max Verstappen&#8217;s Car Collection Max Verstappen boasts of a private car collection worth $6.4million. His prized possession is the $2.7 million hypercar Valkyrie, which Red Bull-Aston Martin jointly developed. He also owns the road-legal version of the James Bond car in the film Spectre &#8211; DB11 worth $200,000. His garage houses a couple of Ferrari&#8217;s as well, which includes the 488 Pista worth $331,000 and the $1.2 million Monza SP2. Additionally, his collection includes the 2018 Vantage ($150,000) and a DBS Superleggera ($360,000). However, his first purchase was a $400,000 Renault R. S. 01. Apart from these beasts, the Dutchman owns a yellow Renault Clio which was gifted to him by his parents. How to contact Max Verstappen? Fans can contact Max Verstappen through a variety of channels, including social media accounts and his official website. Verstappen has anÂ InstagramÂ andÂ Twitter account, which he uses to connect with fans and post regular updates. Verstappen has launched his own online retail store named Verstappen33, where fans can purchase his official merchandise. Alternatively, those interested can reach out to Max through his website:Â https://www.verstappen.nl/en/contact/  Parents Jos Verstappen and Sophie Kumpen  Marital Status Single (In a relationship with Kelly Piquet)  Team Red Bull Racing  Residence Monaco  Nationality Dutch, Belgian  Endorsements Jumbo Supermarkets, Ziggo, G-Star Raw, CarNext.com  Annual Salary $45 million  Net worth $90 million  Date of Birth 30th September, 1997  Height 1.81m  Ethnicity White  Points 2586.5 (2023 Abu Dhabi GP)  Championships 3  &nbsp;

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