Max Verstappen has seen a substantial increase in his estimated wealth, with a rise of nearly £44 million in the past year, bringing his total net worth to just under £230 million. The Red Bull Racing driver has made significant progress in the Quote 500 list, which ranks the wealthiest individuals in the Netherlands. Verstappen has moved up to the 264th position from 322nd last year.
Despite celebrating his 28th birthday in late September, Verstappen remains the youngest person on the list, a title he has held since his debut in 2022. Initially entering as the 500th person with a net worth just above £105 million, Verstappen’s ascent through the ranks has been rapid, reaching the 428th spot a year later and making a leap of 106 places last year.
This year’s entry threshold for the list is slightly below £123 million. Notably, Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk did not make the cut. Forbes has ranked Verstappen as the 25th highest-paid athlete globally this year, with earnings close to £59 million. The majority of his income comes from his salary and winnings, with £4.5 million attributed to endorsements.
Comparatively, Lewis Hamilton holds the 22nd spot on the list with earnings just over £60 million. Despite lower salary and winnings, Hamilton’s endorsements of £15 million push him ahead of Verstappen.
Earlier in the year, reports from the Daily Mail indicated that Aston Martin was prepared to offer Verstappen a lucrative £750 million deal to cover the remainder of his career. Verstappen, in response, acknowledged the substantial sum, expressing his surprise at the offer. He has since confirmed his commitment to Red Bull for the upcoming season, having signed a contract extension until 2028 with an estimated value of around £40 million per season.
