Devang Chauhan is an F1 author at EssentiallySports. Having completed his graduation in Journalism and Mass Communication, he has a keen eye for writing engaging and detailed articles on F1. Previously a writer for Sport Social's 'Chase Your Sport' Magazine, Devang has been a ardent follower of the sport for over a decade and has attended two editions of the Indian Grand Prix. He regards Michael Schumacher as his F1 idol and currently supports Daniel Ricciardo and Charles Leclerc. Devang is a sports fan through and through, often found reading about or watching tennis during his time away from the keyboard.

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<h2>Mercedes: 2021 Latest News, Results, Drivers, and Car Updates</h2>
German manufacturing giant, Mercedes-Benz, first got involved in racing back in the 1930s and 1940s. After the Second World War, they returned in 1954, in what is now known as Formula One. However, they pulled out as a manufacturer after 1955, remaining only as a supplier.

The team are commonly referred to as the 'Silver Arrows' due to its distinct and iconic silver livery.

Their exit was a direct response to the 1955 Le Mans Disaster. They would be coaxed back as a constructor, only from 2010 onwards.

The team have announced <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/valtteri-bottas/">Valtteri Bottas</a> as their 2021 driver with the other seat yet to be filled, with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lewis-hamilton/">Lewis Hamilton</a>'s contract being extended as the most probable outcome.
<h2>How much does Mercedes earn from F1?</h2>
Clinching the prized Constructors' Championship entails a lot of prestige, but more importantly, a bigger paycheck. Despite spending an absurd amount of money on car development, it ultimately pays off for Mercedes when they decimate the competition on the track. According to a <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrissmith/2019/11/26/formula-one-team-values-ferrari-mercedes/#261d6d611ddb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">report</a>, the Brackley-based outfit earned a handsome $451 million in revenue for the 2019 season.
<h2>How much is the Mercedes F1 team worth?</h2>
Despite being one of the most successful F1 teams in recent history, the Silver Arrows aren't the most valuable F1 team. The German team lose out to Scuderia Ferrari, which needs no introduction. <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrissmith/2019/11/26/formula-one-team-values-ferrari-mercedes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Apparently</a>, Mercedes are valued at a whopping $1,015 million or just over a billion dollars.
<h2><strong>What are Mercedes' on-track a</strong><b>chievements?</b></h2>
During their first two years in Formula One, there was no Constructors' Championship. It was only introduced from 1958 onwards. However, they did win four races out of a nine-race 1954 calendar. Those wins came at the French Grand Prix, the German Grand Prix, the Swiss Grand Prix, and the Spanish Grand Prix.

A year later, they would go on to win five out of seven races. These wins came at Argentina, Belgium, Netherlands, Great Britain, and Italy.

After their return in 2010, there were off to a shaky start, having been away for so long. However, since 2013, things have been picking up, and they began to dominate from 2014, which saw the inception of the turbo-hybrid era in Formula 1.

Mercedes have won every single Drivers' and Constructors' Championship on offer since 2014. The team have won 115 races out of 227 races.

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<h2><strong>Who are Mercedes’ sponsors?</strong></h2>
Mercedes F1’s title partner is the Malaysian oil and gas company, Petronas. The German team also has a principal partner in the British chemicals company- INEOS.

Other partners include UBS, Epson, Bose, <a href="http://global.tommy.com/india/en/sitecore/content/websites/archives/india/removed-collections/collections/tommyxgigi/15" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tommy Hilfiger</a>, IWC Schaffhausen, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, The Ritz Carlton, Monster Energy, Pure Storage CrowdStrike, TIBCO, and AMD.
<h2>Who owns the Mercedes F1 team?</h2>
So, who are the entities behind one of the most influential Formula 1 team? Turns out Daimler AG, which is the parent organization of the Mercedes Benz road car brand, is the company behind the German F1 team.

Toto Wolff and British Chemical giant Ineos are equal partners in the team.
<h2>Best Moments of Mercedes F1 team</h2>

<h2><strong>Which charities is Mercedes involved with?</strong></h2>
The team have lent their support to two main charities. In 2015, they chose the Air Ambulance Services and the Muscle Help Foundation.

Following the coronavirus pandemic, the team <a href="https://www.crash.net/f1/news/937793/1/mercedes-f1-drivers-race-suits-be-auctioned-nhs" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">auctioned off</a> Valtteri Bottas' and Lewis Hamilton's race suits to raise money for NHS charities.
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<td width="301"><strong>Founded</strong></td>
<td width="301">1926</td>
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<td width="301"><strong>Owner</strong></td>
<td width="301">Mercedes Benz</td>
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<td width="301"><strong>Constructors Championships</strong></td>
<td width="301">7</td>
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<td width="301">Juan Manuel Fangio, Nico Rosberg, Lewis Hamilton</td>
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<td width="301"><strong>Drivers Championships</strong></td>
<td width="301">9</td>
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<td width="301"><strong>Prize Money Won</strong></td>
<td width="301">177 Million</td>
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<td width="301">Brackley</td>
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<td width="301"><a href="https://www.mercedesamgf1.com/en/">https://www.mercedesamgf1.com/en/</a></td>
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<td width="301">Valtteri Bottas, TBA</td>
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<td width="301">TBA</td>
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<h3><strong>Lewis Hamilton 2021: Net Worth, Salary and Endorsement </strong></h3>
Lewis Hamilton is undoubtedly one of the most popular Formula 1 star. With multiple records under his belt and a total of 7 World Championships, he has certainly etched his name among the all-time greats of the sport.

He made his debut in 2007 with McLaren and was impressive from Day 1. In 2008, he won his first World Championship, thus declaring his talent to the world.  In 2013, he moved to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/mercedes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mercedes,</a> a midfield team at that time. But the team's fortunes were quickly overturned come the 2014 season. From 2014 to 2019, Lewis Hamilton dominated extensively, only losing the 2016 season championship to his teammate at the time, Nico Rosberg.

<strong>READ MORE-</strong> <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/how-many-and-which-cars-does-f1-driver-lewis-hamilton-cars-own/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cars and bikes owned by Lewis Hamilton</a>

[caption id="attachment_506709" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-506709" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210107175916/GettyImages-1142571236.jpg" alt="F1, Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton " width="1920" height="1280" /> SHANGHAI, CHINA - APRIL 14: Race winner Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes GP celebrates in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of China at Shanghai International Circuit on April 14, 2019 in Shanghai, China. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h3>Lewis Hamilton: Stats and Championships</h3>
Such is the consistency of Lewis Hamilton that despite contesting in Formula One for a total of 14 seasons till now.

Being fast and consistent has helped him get where he is right now: 7 World Championships and 95 race victories. With 98 pole positions and counting, he holds the all-time record for the highest pole positions in Formula One ahead of second-place Michael Schumacher with 68.

His debut season in 2007, earned him a lot of accolades: Most Wins in a Debut Season (4), Most Pole Positions in a Debut Season (6), Most Points in a Debut Season (109), Most Consecutive Podium Positions from Debut (9) and the Youngest Driver to Lead the Championship (achieved at the 2007 Spanish Grand Prix).

His 2019 championship run saw him finish with 413 points, a world record for the most points by a driver in a season. Further, with 347 points he earned the 2020 world championship, marking the Schumacher record of 7.
<h3>Lewis Hamilton's 2021 Net Worth</h3>
Naturally, a talent like Hamilton does not come cheap. In 2o18, <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/kurtbadenhausen/2018/07/19/formula-one-star-lewis-hamilton-signs-100-million-contract-with-mercedes/#1f97248a2abf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">he signed a two-year contract extension</a> with the team, giving him a base salary of $30million with bonuses pushing it to over $50 million (According to Forbes) per annum for 2019 and 2020. Forbes estimated him at $54 million as of May 2020. Which consists of $12 million from endorsements alone. His career earnings <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/lewis-hamilton-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">make his net worth</a> close to $285 million. ( According to Celebrity Net Worth)

The Billion Dollar Man is all set to sign his new contract with Mercedes for the upcoming 2021 season. He also earned the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-twitter-explodes-as-sir-lewis-hamilton-finally-gets-knighted/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">knighthood</a> in the 2021 New Year Honours.

<strong>Read More - </strong><a title="Mercedes Reportedly Offering 35 Million Euros as Part of Lewis Hamilton’s New F1 Contract" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-mercedes-reportedly-offering-35-million-euros-as-part-of-lewis-hamiltons-new-f1-contract/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Mercedes Reportedly Offering 35 Million Euros as Part of Lewis Hamilton’s New F1 Contract</a>
<h3><b>Lewis Hamilton’s Endorsements</b></h3>
Naturally, the popularity that Lewis Hamilton enjoys, he is the centerpiece of a lot of endorsements. His interest in designing saw him <a href="https://www.esquire.com/style/mens-fashion/a29085217/tommy-hilfiger-lewis-hamilton-fall-2019/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">have a very close collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger</a>

<strong>READ MORE- </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/lewis-hamilton-and-tommy-hilfiger-collaboration-everything-there-is-to-know/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Lewis Hamilton and Tommy Hilfiger Collaboration: Everything There is to Know</a>

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Apart from this, he has endorsements from <a href="https://www.monsterenergy.com/news/monster-energy-and-lewis-hamilton-present-44" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Monster Energy</a>, <a href="https://www.keller-sports.com/guide/puma-x-lewis-hamilton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Puma</a>, <a href="https://www.hautetime.com/iwc-schaffhausen-lewis-hamilton-big-pilot/95182/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IWC</a>, <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/lewis-hamilton/#5f361fe6142a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sony, Bose,</a> <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/lewis-hamilton/#5f361fe6142a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bell Helmets</a>, <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/mv-agusta-launches-new-lewis-hamilton-limited-edition-bike-408473" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">MV Agusta Motorcycle</a>s, and more. He is the most marketable driver on the F1 grid at the moment. He is also the face and official ambassador of the popular racing game, <a href="https://www.gran-turismo.com/us/news/00_5007038.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Gran Turismo Sport</a>. As of 2020, his <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/lewis-hamilton/#2430c96f142a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">endorsements are worth $12 Million</a>.
<h3>Best Moments of Lewis Hamilton</h3>
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<h3>Lewis Hamilton: Controversies</h3>
While his racing record has been nearly flawless over the past few years, Hamilton's had his fair share of controversial moments in a career spanning 13 years. While some of these weren't Hamilton's fault in any way, others could be termed as questionable.

Hamilton's also come under the scanner of tax authorities for allegedly committing tax fraud with his private jet. While he no longer owns a private jet, Hamilton's previous operations with the jet caused minor turbulence among the concerned authorities.

<strong>READ MORE-</strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/what-are-the-details-of-the-lewis-hamilton-tax-fraud-case/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Details of the Lewis Hamilton tax fraud case</a>

2012 was a difficult season for Lewis Hamilton. It was his last year with McLaren and towards the end of the season, he was fed up with the team over reliability issues. At the 2012 Belgium Grand Prix, a disgruntled Hamilton <a href="https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/102214/hamilton-tweet-an-error-of-judgement" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">released his teammate's telemetry following qualifying</a>. Jenson Button stormed to pole at Spa with a better car setup, but it didn't go down too well with Hamilton. Lewis took to social media to share what he thought was his teammate's confidential data, which in the end, turned out to be something entirely different.

Speaking about social media, Lewis has sparked a fair bit of controversy through his Instagram and Snapchat accounts over the years.

<strong>READ MORE-</strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-throwback-when-lewis-hamilton-decided-to-boycott-the-media-for-facing-backlash/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> When Snapchat landed Lewis Hamilton in hot water</a>

While some of his rants are commendable and support a good cause, he can go over the limit at times, which raises a few eyebrows.

<strong>READ MORE-</strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/christmas-throwback-when-lewis-hamilton-got-in-a-massive-controversy-for-an-instagram-post/"> When Lewis Hamilton stirred up a storm on Instagram</a>
<h3>Relationships</h3>
He was notably in a  relationship with American singer Nicole Scherzinger. The pair dated for over 7 years before splitting up in 2015. They were quite the power couple in the paddock back then, but the relationship had its ups and downs.

Never having tied the knot, Hamilton doesn’t have a wife and is believed to be currently single.

<strong>READ MORE-</strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/who-all-have-dated-f1-lewis-hamilton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> The women who have dated Lewis Hamilton</a>
<h3>Lifestyle</h3>
Fast cars, private jets, and glamor all around. One would expect nothing less from Hamilton’s lifestyle, but he’s moved on from those things. Having sold his private jet, Hamilton <a href="https://www.espn.in/f1/story/_/id/27851453/lewis-hamilton-urges-people-go-vegan-take-climate-change-seriously" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">actively advocates</a> against global warming and climate change.

However, he still does own a pretty sweet car collection, which includes a Ferrari!

<strong>READ MORE- </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/how-many-and-which-cars-does-f1-driver-lewis-hamilton-cars-own/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Which Cars Does Lewis Hamilton Own? – A Long List of Lewis Hamilton Cars</a>

As someones who’s expressive, Hamilton also has an enviable set of tattoos. In 2018, the reigning Champion sat down to break down the significance of his ink.

<strong>READ MORE- </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/what-is-the-significance-of-the-various-lewis-hamilton-tattoos/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">What is the Significance of the Various Lewis Hamilton Tattoos?</a>

Apart from tattoos, Hamilton's also had some cool hairstyles over the years.

<strong>READ MORE- </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/lewis-hamilton-hair-growth-did-lewis-hamilton-undergo-hair-transplant-surgery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">The Secret Behind the Sudden Lewis Hamilton Hair Growth</a>

The Mercedes driver constantly urges people to monitor their carbon footprint and give back to the planet. Moreover, Hamilton often voices out against animal cruelty via his social media platforms.

As a result, the 7-time World Champion has adopted a vegan lifestyle.

<strong>READ MORE- </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/when-did-the-lewis-hamilton-vegan-diet-begin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">When did the Lewis Hamilton Vegan Diet Begin?</a>
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<div class="thb-post-title-inline-author">Hamilton's invested in several <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/lewis-hamilton-and-his-business-ventures-how-and-where-he-earns-his-money/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">business ventures</a>. Most notably in the fashion industry with Tommy Hilfiger.</div>
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<a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/a-list-of-lewis-hamilton-houses-owned-by-the-f1-star-house/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>READ MORE-</strong> The houses owned by Lewis Hamilton</a>
<h3>Family</h3>
Hamilton didn't have the easiest childhood growing up. The British driver's parents - Anthony Hamilton and Carmen Larbalestier <a href="https://www.digitalspy.com/showbiz/10-things-about/a582795/10-things-about-lewis-hamilton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">separated</a> when Lewis was merely two years old.

[caption id="attachment_424611" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-424611" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201027130010/2020-10-25T150428Z_178748166_UP1EGAP15VGCH_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-PORTUGAL.jpg" alt="Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates with his father Anthony after winning the race at Portuguese Grand Prix 2020" width="1920" height="1275" /> Formula One F1 - Portuguese Grand Prix - Algarve International Circuit, Portimao, Portugal - October 25, 2020 Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates with his father Anthony after winning the race Pool via REUTERS/Jorge Guerrero[/caption]

As a young boy, Hamilton <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-i-was-bullied-beaten-lewis-hamilton-posts-an-emotional-message-on-his-early-struggles-against-racism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">was bullied in school and often references the fact</a> that he took up karting as a means to show off his strengths on track.

<strong>READ MORE- </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-i-was-bullied-beaten-lewis-hamilton-posts-an-emotional-message-on-his-early-struggles-against-racism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">“I Was Bullied, Beaten”- Lewis Hamilton Posts an Emotional Message on His Early Struggles Against Racism</a>

Lewis spent a great chunk of his adolescence with his step-mother and siblings.

Hamilton has a half brother - Nicolas and two half-sisters - Samantha and Nicola.

Nicolas Hamilton often is often present at race weekends, cheering on his older sibling. Nicolas suffers from Cerebral Palsy - a disorder that hinders movement.

<strong>READ MORE- </strong><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/lewis-hamilton-everything-you-need-to-know-about-his-mother-and-step-mother/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">Lewis Hamilton: Everything You Need to Know About his Mother and Step Mother</a><strong> </strong>
<h3><strong>Lewis Hamilton: Foundation and Charity</strong></h3>
Lewis Hamilton has <a href="https://www.looktothestars.org/celebrity/lewis-hamilton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pledged his support</a> to UNICEF, Education Africa, Save the Children, and a few others. He is also a vegan by choice and doesn't shy away from proclaiming the need for veganism to save animals and our planet Earth from global warming. He was named by PETA, the 2018 Personality of the Year for his efforts to save animals.

In January 2020, <a href="https://www.dw.com/en/australian-bushfires-lewis-hamilton-fellow-sports-stars-donate-to-victims/a-51947326" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hamilton pledged</a> $500,000 as an aid for animals affected by bushfires in Australia

He also has a charity of his own. More details on this <a href="https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/charity/lewis-hamilton-foundation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.
<h3>How to contact Lewis Hamilton</h3>
Being such a hot commodity in F1 and the world of motorsports, a lot of people want to reach out to Lewis Hamilton and get in touch with him. Fortunately, there are ways in which the average fan and a serious business partner can contact Lewis Hamilton.

Hamilton is very active and highly popular on social media. As a result, it's the most accessible and easiest method to keep in touch with the 6-time World Champion.

Lewis Hamilton is on all the popular social media handles such as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lewishamilton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/LewisHamilton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LewisHamilton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a>. While these serve as an excellent platform for fan requests and interactions, Hamilton has his own official website and management team to keep a track of proposals and requests.

Interested parties can reach out to Lewis Hamilton through his <a href="https://lewishamilton.me.uk/category/lewis-hamilton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">contact page</a> or write an email to his management team at teamlh@lewishamilton.com

Alternatively, one could also write a letter, the old-fashioned way to his mailing address at :

Lewis Carl Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton Motorsport Ltd.
The Ring, 72 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8HA
England
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<td>Age</td>
<td>36</td>
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<td>Marital Status</td>
<td>Single</td>
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<td>Residence</td>
<td>Monte Carlo, Monaco</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>British</td>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>Mercedes AMG Petronas</td>
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<td>Endorsements</td>
<td>Mercedes-Benz, Tommy Hilfiger, Monster Energy, Puma, IWC, Sony, BOSE, Bell Helmets, MV Agusta Motorcycles, Gran Turismo Sport</td>
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<td>Championships</td>
<td>7</td>
</tr>
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<td>Annual Salary</td>
<td>$54 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$285 million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Endorsements</td>
<td>$12 million</td>
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<td>Date of Birth</td>
<td>January 7, 1985</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>1.74m</td>
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<td>Career points</td>
<td>3778</td>
</tr>
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<td>Cars</td>
<td>McLaren P1, 1966 Shelby Cobra 427, Ferrari LaFerrari, Vision Mercedes Maybach 6, Pagani Zonda 760, Mercedes AMG GTR, Ferrari 599 Aperta, Mercedes Maybach S600, Mercedes AMG G63, Mercedes SLS AMG, Ford Shelby Mustang GT500, Mercedes AMG Project One</td>
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<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>Black</td>
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Lewis Hamilton

<h3>Niki Lauda: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h3>
Niki Lauda was an Austrian F1 racer by profession. He acquired the moniker the 'King Rat', and the 'Super Rat'.

He was into aviation entrepreneurship. Further, as a successful entrepreneur, he owned three airlines, the Lauda Air, Niki, and Lauda.

He bagged the World Championship three times, 1975, 1977, and 1984. Subsequently, he earned them while in team Ferrari and McLaren.

He had a raging on-track career.  Further, he was also a consultant of the Scuderia Ferrari team. Following that, he worked as a team manager in the Jaguar F1 racing team.

[caption id="attachment_157175" align="alignnone" width="700"]<img class="size-full wp-image-157175" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Niki-Lauda-e1558512592935.jpg" alt="Niki Lauda, the three time World Champion and aviation entrepreneur" width="700" height="371" /> Niki Lauda[/caption]

Lauda bore responsibilities at the German TV on the weekends of the Grand Prix. He also was the non-executive chairperson with a 10% share in the Mercedes F1 racing team.

According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/niki-lauda-net-worth/">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, the net worth of Lauda is $200 million as the 2019 calculation.
<h3>Niki Lauda: Stats and Championships</h3>
Niki Lauda stepped his foot into the realm of motorsport with rigid family disapproval. He started racing with a Mini and further moved onto Formula Vee.

In 1972, he drove for March in F1 and F2 both. However, there was barely any success on the F1 team. Nevertheless, the F2 went strong. After hopping around in several cockpits, he entered the team of Italian Giants.

He competed in Scuderia Ferrari from 1974 to 1977.  His performance in the team is mention-worthy. Subsequently, in his debut race, he ranked second and made his powerful impression.

He accomplished several achievements in the team. In his Ferrari 312T, he claimed four victories in a row out of five races. He created the record to lap the Nurburgring Nordschleife in seven minutes.

he had a name for giving away his trophies for his car service and washing to the local garages.

Lauda met with a dreadful accident at the Nurburgring in 1976, when his car burst into flames. He suffered severe fatalities and health issues after the accident. Conversely, he also went into a coma for a certain period.

However, after withstanding such an extreme accident that affected his entire health condition, he returned to the track soon. His bond with Ferrari was getting bitter with time. It was by late 1977 he finally decided to not renew the contract with Ferrari anymore.

According to him, the Italian Giants had let him down even after all his achievements throughout his stay in the team.

He further joined the Brabham-Alfa Romeo team in 1978. He had a contract of $1 million annual income in the team.

Lauda called in his first retirement in 1979 at a practice session of the Canadian Grand Prix. He in the meantime started his venture in the business firm of aviation entrepreneurship. He ran his 'Lauda Air' company on a full-time basis.

In 1982 he returned to the realm of F1 joining the McLaren team. He bagged his third World Championship title during his stay on the team.

He had a contract built of $3 million annual salaries. Though the initial year of his joining earned him several crowns, however, his following year was not fruitful.

In 1984 he received the third World Championship title. However, in 1985 he went through several injuries and health issues again. Subsequently, he called on for his retirement from the team eventually.

In 1993, Lauda acted the role of consultant in his earlier team Ferrari. He further jumped ship to team Jaguar as their team principal.

Lauda joined Mercedes as a non-executive chairperson in 2012. He played a major role in signing in Lewis Hamilton to race for the team.

He bagged 25 wins over 177 races. Further, with a career point of 420.5, he claimed 24 pole positions and the fastest laps. Following that, he achieved 54 podium stands.
<h3>Niki Lauda: Personal life</h3>
Niki Lauda was born on February 22, 1949, in Vienna, Austria. His parents were Elisabeth and Ernst-Peter Lauda. He was born to a wealthy industrialist family.

Lauda had fluency in vernacular languages like Austrian German, English, and Italian too.

He first tied the knots with Marlene Knaus in 1976. The couple had two sons, Mathias and Lukas.  Following that, they had a marital split in 1991.

He tied the knots for the second time with Birgit Wetzinger. The couple had twins in September 2009.

In 2005, Birgit donated a kidney to Lauda when the one donated by his brother did not work.

On May 20, 2019, Niki Lauda passed away at the University Hospital of Zurich, amidst his family members.

There are seven books by him. An autobiography- To Hell and Back.  My Years With Ferrari, Niki Lauda-Meine Story, The Art and Science of Grand Prix Driving, The New Formula One, Let's Talk About Money, and Das Dritte Leben.

He also featured in television shows and movies. Lauda was a cast for an episode of a Canadian TV Series-Mayday. The clash between James Hunt and Niki Lauda is the plot for the movie Rush.
<h3>Niki Lauda: Charity and Foundations</h3>
His donations and charity works are unknown and in all probabilities kept anonymous.
<h3>Niki Lauda: Quick Facts</h3>
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<td width="124">DATE OF BIRTH</td>
<td width="128">February 22, 1949</td>
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<td width="124">DIED</td>
<td width="128">May 20, 2019</td>
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<td width="124">NATIONALITY</td>
<td width="128">Austrian</td>
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<td width="124">ETHNICITY</td>
<td width="128">White</td>
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<td width="124">MARITAL STATUS</td>
<td width="128">Married</td>
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<td width="124">SPOUSE</td>
<td width="128">Marlene Knaus (M-1976, D-1991)

Birgit Wetzinger (M-2008)</td>
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<td width="124">CHILDREN</td>
<td width="128">5-Lukas, Mathias, Max, Mia, Christoph Lauda</td>
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<td width="124">ACTIVE YEARS</td>
<td width="128">1971-1979; 1982-1985</td>
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Niki Lauda

[caption id="attachment_506620" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-506620" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210107172912/GettyImages-1145223856.jpg" alt="Toto Wolff during a press conference" width="1920" height="1280" /> BAKU, AZERBAIJAN - APRIL 26: Mercedes GP Executive Director Toto Wolff talks in the Team Principals Press Conference during practice for the F1 Grand Prix of Azerbaijan at Baku City Circuit on April 26, 2019 in Baku, Azerbaijan. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2><strong>Toto Wolff: 2021 Net worth, salary and endorsements</strong></h2>
Toto Wolff functions in the capacity of the Team Principal to the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/mercedes">Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One</a> team. The Austrian joined the team in 2014 and has been with them ever since.

Wolff started his motorsport career in 1992 in the Austrian Formula Ford Championship. 2 years later, he won the 24 Hours Nürburgring in his category. Wolff even racked up a few wins here and there, in the FIA GT Championship and in the Italian GT Championship.

Wolff currently resides with his second wife, the Scottish racer, Susie Wolff. The two have a child together, in addition to two children from Toto's previous marriage to Stephani.

Wolff has two residences in the UK and Switzerland in Oxfordshire and Ermatingen, respectively.

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<h2>Toto Wolff stats</h2>
Other accolades to his name are a runner-up in the Austrian Rally Championship in 2006, and the top spot in the 24-hour race in Dubai. In 2009, he also became a lap-record holder on the Nürburgring Nordschleife in a Porsche RSR.

After retirement, Wolff focused heavily on investment, even <a href="https://www.mercedesamgf1.com/en/team/management/toto-wolff/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">founding</a> two companies. Both companies primarily focused on investments in the internet and technology sector.

However, from 2003 onwards Wolff concentrated on strategic investments in medium-sized industrial and listed companies. Some Investments include the German HWA AG that runs the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters race program for Mercedes-Benz.

Other investments include BRR Rallye Racing, one of the largest rally parts dealers in Europe. Wolff is also <a href="https://www.mercedesamgf1.com/en/team/management/toto-wolff/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">co-owner</a> of a racing driver management company with former F1 champion Mika Häkkinen.
<h2>Toto Wolff's 2021 Net Worth</h2>
His net worth is believed to be nearly <a href="https://www.handelszeitung.ch/people/toto-wolff" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">$580 million</a> (approximately).

As a Team Principal, Toto Wolff reportedly earns €8 million a year. At least, according to Austria’s Osterreich newspaper.

After joining Mercedes, he acquired a 30% stake in Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd.
<h2><b>Toto Wolff’s endorsements</b></h2>
As mentioned before, Toto Wolff has various investments. These include a share in the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/williams/">Williams</a> F1 Team and even the Mercedes team itself.
<h2>Best Moments of Toto Wolff</h2>

<h2><strong>Toto Wolff: Foundations and charity work</strong></h2>
Wolff is <a href="http://marybendetfoundation.com/about-us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Vice Chairman</a> of the Mary Bendet Foundation, founded in memory of a school friend who was a role model for a generation of friends. The Foundation strives to make life better for children who are underprivileged.

Its projects include improving living conditions in day-care centers, dormitories, and playgrounds, creating joyful environments such as rehearsal studios, supporting talent by sponsoring scholarships, and inaugurating centers for blind and handicapped children to better prepare them for life.
<h2>How to contact Toto Wolff</h2>
Unfortunately, there is no easy way to get in touch with Toto Wolff. Wolff does not have an official website, and the same applies to his social media.
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<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">49</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Married</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Spouse</strong></td>
<td width="319">Susie Wolff</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Residence</strong></td>
<td width="319">Oxfordshire, England  Ermatingen, Switzerland</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">Austrian</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="319">Mercedes, Williams</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td width="319"><a href="https://twitter.com/Susie_Wolff/status/617706515223445504" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">1.96m</a></td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Children</strong></td>
<td width="319">3</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Ethnicity</strong></td>
<td width="319">White</td>
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<td width="319"><strong> Championships</strong></td>
<td width="319">0</td>
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