The official figures for the prize money distributed by Formula One Management have now been revealed, and the numbers confirm the financial dominance of Ferrari in the 2025 Formula 1 season. The Maranello-based team leads the economic standings thanks not only to its historical status within the sport, but also to its consistent performances over the past decade.
The financial supremacy of Scuderia Ferrari HP
Despite a 2025 campaign that fell short of technical expectations on track, Scuderia Ferrari HP can still celebrate when it comes to financial results. According to data reported by PlanetF1.com, the Maranello outfit received a remarkable $277.7 million in prize money, placing it firmly at the top of the revenue rankings in Formula 1.
The distribution of Formula 1 prize money does not reward only immediate results from a single season. Instead, it takes into account historical value and sustained competitiveness over time. Ferrari benefits from a special 5% bonus tied exclusively to its status as a historic pillar of the championship. On top of that, the Italian team continues to profit from the excellence it has maintained in the Constructors’ Championship over the last ten years.
How the prize system works: the weight of the 10-year cycle
The complexity of Formula 1’s revenue-sharing system lies in the fact that a significant portion of the bonuses is calculated based on a team’s top-three finishes in the Constructors’ Championship over the previous 10 seasons. This mechanism provides financial stability for leading teams, even in years that are less competitive from a technical perspective.
Here is a breakdown of the 2025 prize money distribution and the key factors behind each team’s earnings:
| Team | 2025 prize money ($m) | Key factor |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrari | $277.7 | Historic bonus + consistent top 3 finishes |
| Mercedes | $230.8 | Multiple titles in the last decade |
| Red Bull | $202.9 | Recent success (Verstappen era) |
| McLaren | $165.8 | Lack of consistent top 3 results before recent resurgence |
| Aston Martin | $109.3 | Growth within the midfield |
A clear example of how this long-term financial memory works is provided by Williams Racing. The Grove-based team collected a $4.7 million bonus this year, derived from the third-place finish it achieved back in 2015. This case highlights just how long Formula 1’s financial memory truly is, rewarding performances even a decade later.
The McLaren paradox: world champions but fourth in revenue
Perhaps the most surprising aspect of the 2025 financial standings concerns McLaren. Despite the Woking-based team being crowned Constructors’ World Champions last season, it earned less than both Mercedes and Red Bull in total prize money. The explanation lies in the 10-year evaluation window: prior to its breakthrough in 2024 and 2025, McLaren’s only top-three finish within the previous decade dated back to 2021.
At the bottom of the financial grid sits Sauber, with $63.1 million in prize money, preceded by Williams and Racing Bulls. Below is the complete ranking of 2025 Formula 1 prize money:
- Ferrari: $277.7m
- Mercedes: $230.8m
- Red Bull: $202.9m
- McLaren: $165.8m
- Aston Martin: $109.3m
- Alpine: $99.9m
- Haas: $91.5m
- Racing Bulls: $82m
- Williams: $77.2m
- Sauber: $63.1m
These figures will prove crucial as teams prepare for the massive investments required for the development of the 2026 Formula 1 cars under the new regulatory framework. Stay tuned for all the latest financial and technical Formula 1 news on ScuderiaFans.com.
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