It’s no secret driving at the pinnacle of motor racing comes with a hefty reward. What’s more, driving for one of the teams which are competing for the championships comes with additional bonuses.
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, who is fighting for his maiden driver’s championship, enjoyed a massive hike in salary this season. The Dutchman is expected to earn a whopping $42 million at the end of the season, which also includes an eye-watering $17 million bonus.
Earlier this season, Max Verstappen purchased a 120-ft yacht named ‘Bagheera’ for an estimated price of $6 million.
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Max Verstappen has purchased a 120-ft yacht named "Bagheera" for almost $6 million.
• 3 floors
• Sleeps 9
• Infinity Jacuzzi
• $100k weekly rental rateRed Bull pays the 23-year-old F1 driver about $25 million in salary annually.
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This luxurious boat accommodates nine guests and comprises an infinity jacuzzi. The other facilities include an iPod dock, a bar, beautiful bathrooms, and plenty of places to lounge. The Bagheera has a top speed of 55 KMPH and is available for rent for 100,000 dollars per week.
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Martin Brundle expects an “even-stevens” fight between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton
After finishing three places ahead of Lewis Hamilton at the recently concluded Turkish Grand Prix, Max Verstappen has regained his lead in the drivers’ championship. Heading into the US Grand Prix weekend, the Dutchman leads the championship by just six points.
And with just six rounds remaining this season, former British driver Martin Brundle expects an “even-stevens” title fight between the title protagonists for the rest of the season.
“The next two circuits in Mexico and Brazil, at higher altitudes, we see that the layout of the Honda power unit really seems to work well at the higher altitudes. It seems to generate more power,” said Martin Brundle.
“So I’d say Mexico and Brazil should favour Red Bull. Maybe Abu Dhabi [too], Max dominated in Abu Dhabi last year for Red Bull.”ADVERTISEMENT
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“We don’t know about Qatar. For example, that’s a completely new grand prix, so is Saudi Arabia, so they’re great unknowns. It’s even-stevens I’d say, for the last six races,” concluded the former British driver.
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