Atualmente, dos 20 pilotos de F1, nove residem em Mônaco - Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris, Nico Hulkenberg, Daniel Ricciardo, Valtteri Bottas, Alex Albon e George Russell, que se juntou a eles no ano passado.
Charles Marc Hervé Perceval Leclerc (French pronunciation: [ʃaʁl ləklɛʁ]; born 16 October 1997) is a Monégasque racing driver, currently competing in Formula One for Ferrari. Leclerc was runner-up in the Formula One World Drivers' Championship in 2022 with Ferrari.
There will be after parties at an Amber Lounge beach club on the terrace of Le Meridien Beach Plaza (the only hotel in Monte Carlo with its own private beach), as well as VIP viewing of the race from aboard a 108ft superyacht moored just feet from the circuit's famous Tabac corner.
That's because Monaco's population increases by 5x on race weekends — 36,000 to 200,000 — and the race is estimated to bring an annual economic impact of $110 million to the country. It's not just the local government making money, either.
“For example, while some tracks, like Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, pay more than $50 million annually to host a Formula 1 race, Monaco pays just $20 million.” Reports are out though that F1 is looking to increase those hosting fees.
Le Grill de l'Hôtel de Paris – For a more refined dining experience, pilots often head to this upscale restaurant that offers spectacular views of the principality and the Mediterranean.
While some drivers prefer to stay close to their roots, others choose to reside in different parts of the world. Yet, one location stands out as a popular choice among many of them: the glamorous principality of Monaco.
Location. Like any house-hunters out there, location is key when it comes to finding a place to live, and for Formula 1 drivers, Monaco has the luxury of being close to the nearest major airport, Nice – around 15 miles away from Monte Carlo.
Despite its reputation, attending the race is not as expensive as you might think, with general admission tickets for La Rocher (the hill overlooking the final two corners) costing €199 for race day or just €75 for Friday practice.
Currently out of 20 F1 drivers, there are nine Monaco residents – Leclerc, Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris, Nico Hulkenberg, Daniel Ricciardo, Valtteri Bottas, Alex Albon and George Russell, who joined them last year.
Yuki Tsunoda is the shortest driver in F1, measuring 1.59 metres (5ft 2in). He has been the shortest driver on the grid since his debut in 2021 but said that his height isn't a “big advantage”.
The youngest driver on the F1 grid is Oscar Piastri. The McLaren youngster is one of only three current F1 drivers born in the 2000s, having been born on 6 April 2001, so he is currently 21 years old, and will have turned 22 by the end of the 2023 season.
Daniel Ricciardo As well as having houses in Los Angeles and Perth, the charismatic McLaren driver also has his foot in Monaco. Unlike others on this list, Daniel Ricciardo reportedly lives in a small but highly exclusive single-bedroom pied-à-terre in the city. Keep an eye out for him driving around on his Vespa!
Norris is the owner of a £20m mansion in Surrey, but like most F1 drivers, he spends the majority of his time off the track residing in Monaco. He had previously dismissed the idea of relocating to the Principality, suggesting that he "would not enjoy" being away from family and friends in the UK.
Taxes. Taxes in Monaco are extremely low for the rich, which is obviously helpful for most Formula 1 drivers due to their high salaries. The country has no income tax, wealth tax, local tax, property tax, or capital gains tax.
The tax laws of Monaco are a big bonus. Drivers don't have to pay any income tax, wealth tax, or capital gains tax. Therefore, the money they earn from salaries and sponsorship remains unaffected. Everything you earn, you keep.
To legally drive in Monaco, you must be 18 years or older and in possession of a full valid driving licence. Are there toll roads in Monaco? There are no toll roads in Monaco itself, but if you're driving into the country from France, you will have to pay to use the motorways.
Leclerc, for example, pays regular visits to the Thermes Marins Monaco for that. The residential properties may be expensive, but an F1 driver's salary affords places that are opulent and luxurious, most coming with stunning sea views over the harbour, making it the perfect place to hang out between races.
There are at least nine drivers living in Monaco. These are; Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, Lando Norris, George Russell, Valtteri Bottas, Nico Hulkenberg, Daniel Ricciardo, and Alex Albon.
Blue Gin. Blue Gin, also known as the “waterfront” of Monaco, offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean sea and is a popular destination for celebrities.
