Formula 1 is one of the most exclusive and expensive sports, with a revenue of $2.1 billion in 2021. Of course, the cost of taking this massive show on the road and racing on circuits all over the world is enormous as well.Not to mention, the pay for the drivers, who work hard and take risks every day for the thrill of the sport, is huge as well.Celebrity Net Worth has developed an estimated list of the world's wealthiest drivers - and here are the top ten richest drivers in Formula 1 in the 2023 grid.Individual driver pay is similarly extravagant. There's not much to complain about if you're driving for a middle team.#10 Esteban OconEsteban Ocon@OconEstebanSo good to see all the fans again. 🏼 Enjoy the race tomorrow!229880So good to see all the fans again. 🙏🏼 Enjoy the race tomorrow! https://t.co/FWfi8znTf8The young racer Esteban Ocon has an estimated net worth of £14.9 million as of 2023. Ocon, a French racing driver, is presently ranked ninth among Formula 1 drivers. In Formula 1, Ocon races for Alpine Renault. At the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix, the teenage racer won his first Formula 1 race.Ocon rose to fame after overcoming numerous obstacles. His talent propelled him to international fame. He participated in the Mercedes Driver Development Programme, where he honed his racing abilities. Ocon has 296 points and two podium finishes to his name.#9 Kevin MagnussenKevin Magnussen@KevinMagnussenP13 in Bahrain. Challenging first race. But we learned a lot about the new car, and we have a long season ahead of us @HaasF1Team #F1 #BahrainGP126637P13 in Bahrain. Challenging first race. But we learned a lot about the new car, and we have a long season ahead of us 👊@HaasF1Team #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/LvoY4p0vzvKevin Magnussen's net worth is predicted to be worth £20.8 million as of 2023. He made the most of his money from his racing career and endorsements. Magnussen, a Danish racing driver, is rated ninth in the Formula 1 driver rankings. He competes in Formula 1 for the Haas F1 team. Magnussen began his racing career as a member of McLaren's Young Driver Programme. He also raced for McLaren in the 2014 Formula One World Championship. Magnussen has 173 points and one podium finish.#8 Valtteri BottasValtteri Bottas@ValtteriBottasAbout last night Read about the race: sauber-group.com/motorsport/f1-…#VB77 #F1 #BahrainGP @ThomasMaheux181154About last night ✨Read about the race: sauber-group.com/motorsport/f1-…#VB77 #F1 #BahrainGP 📷 @ThomasMaheux https://t.co/vWi6lcyCyXValtteri Bottas has had an amazing journey that has inspired many people all across the world. He temporarily served in the military before beginning his motorsport career. Bottas signed a multi-year contract with Alfa Romeo in 2022. His net worth is £25 million every year.#7 Pierre GaslyPIERRE GASLY 🇫🇷@PierreGASLYFirst points. @alpinef1team Good recovery, 11 positions gained. We obviously want to fight for more, there is some potential in our package, time to work.341591324First points. @alpinef1team Good recovery, 11 positions gained. We obviously want to fight for more, there is some potential in our package, time to work. https://t.co/1DEHpwJM0FPierre Gasly is expected to be worth £27.4 million joining Alpine next for the 2023 season. His contract in 2024 is determined by the number of races, but with the F1 2023 calendar already announced, his salary is very similar to what Fernando Alonso made with Alpine this season.#6 Lance StrollLance Stroll@lance_strollAnd we’re backkk!!368894And we’re backkk!! https://t.co/RQmCrKRrq1Lance Stroll has won numerous titles in his short career, including the Italian F4 Championship in 2014, the Toyota Racing Series Championship in 2015, and the FIA European Formula 3 Championship in 2016.Son of a billionaire, Stroll is worth around £41.6 million per year to drive for them. He also gets paid for many of his endorsements.#5 Daniel RicciardoOracle Red Bull Racing@redbullracingHe's back! Welcome home, @DanielRicciardo #DR3ack9605310685He's back! Welcome home, @DanielRicciardo 🇦🇺 #DR3ack https://t.co/LlA4OX6OabAfter a disastrous stint with Renault, Daniel Ricciardo began a new chapter in his Formula One career at McLaren in 2021. He decided to take a year off after failing to secure a new deal for the 2023 season. The Australian's net worth is £41.6 million.#4 Sergio PerezSergio Pérez@SChecoPerezExcelente inicio de Campeonato.Gran trabajo de #HondaRacing #RedBullRacing A cargar pilas para volver con todo para Arabia Saudita. 335222176Excelente inicio de Campeonato.Gran trabajo de #HondaRacing #RedBullRacing A cargar pilas para volver con todo para Arabia Saudita. 💪 https://t.co/y8h5R5mHKxUntil 2012, Sergio Perez was a member of the Ferrari Driver School. He later joined McLaren in 2013, before joining Force India in 2014 for $1 million. Needless to say, he's come a long way since then. He is currently a driver for Red Bull Racing for the second year running alongside double world champion Max Verstappen.At the moment, it's believed that Perez is worth around £62.4 million.#3 Max VerstappenMax Verstappen@Max33VerstappenYes!!! Exactly the start we hoped for A very lovely result finishing one-two A big thank you goes out to the entire team, this is down to all their hard work over the winter! Let’s keep pushing @SChecoPerez @redbullracing @HondaRacingGLB#BahrainGP428423531Yes!!! Exactly the start we hoped for 💪 A very lovely result finishing one-two 👏A big thank you goes out to the entire team, this is down to all their hard work over the winter! Let’s keep pushing @SChecoPerez @redbullracing @HondaRacingGLB#BahrainGP https://t.co/AAiImT001nAfter winning his first title, Max Verstappen signed a spectacular new contract with Red Bull that kept him with the company until 2028. His net worth is expected to be £75 million.#2 Fernando AlonsoFernando Alonso@alo_oficialHello 2023! We are @AstonMartinF1 . #NewEnergy #AstonMartin #f1366073614Hello 2023! We are @AstonMartinF1 💚. #NewEnergy #AstonMartin #f1 https://t.co/oQJGHGKfJpFernando Alonso was born in Spain. He is currently driving for Aston Martin. Alonso's net worth is £216 million, acquired over 16 Formula 1 seasons.#1 Lewis HamiltonLewis Hamilton@LewisHamiltonDon’t ever forget your power. Don’t ever forget your purpose. Don’t ever forget that I’m rooting for you.971507782Don’t ever forget your power. Don’t ever forget your purpose. Don’t ever forget that I’m rooting for you. https://t.co/yKHdD3BUPaLewis Hamilton maintains pole position in the earnings race, leading a group that is expected to earn a total of £270.9 million on the track by 2022.Mercedes superstar Hamilton leads the group, on course to earn $62 million on the track in 2021. This number comprises a base pay of $55 million, which is more than double what his nearest opponent is promised, as well as a predicted $7 million in race-win incentives.How to Watch the Formula 1 Saudi Grand Prix 2023Lewis Hamilton will look to bounce back at the F1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on March 17-19 at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. This is how you can watch the Saudi Grand Prix from anywhere.F1 TV is one of the top F1 streaming services because it broadcasts every session and race of the season, including the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. It is not, however, available everywhere, and the subscription price varies depending on where you live.Saudi Arabian Grand Prix start times (India)Friday, March 17Saudi Arabian Grand Prix P1 - 7 pmSaudi Arabian Grand Prix P2 - 10.30 pmSaturday, March 18Saudi Arabian Grand Prix P3 - 7 pmSaudi Arabian Grand Prix qualifying - 10.30 pmSunday, March 19Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - 10.30 pm