Since its inaugural season all the way back in 1950, 115 different drivers have taken the chequered flag to win a Formula 1 Grand Prix.Of those drivers, some have proven more successful than others during their careers by not only picking up more race wins but also amassing more world championships along the way.

Whether you’re curious about Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari era, McLaren’s resurgence with Oscar Piastri, or how rookies like Isack Hadjar will fare, here’s the definitive ranking of all 20 drivers on the 2025 F1 grid—based on talent, performance, and just a little bit of potential.

Key Takeaways Four-time Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen makes millions from F1. Verstappen has an estimated net worth of $200 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.Verstappen was the highest-paid F1 driver in 2024,

After a chaotic Grand Prix in Melbourne, Max Verstappen has lost his streak of consecutive days leading the drivers' standings. That now belongs to Lando Norris, who won the race.