Overview: When do F1 drivers' contracts expire?

10:45, 27 Jun 2024
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The grid for the 2025 Formula 1 season is filling up rapidly. With Pierre Gasly and Lance Stroll signing contract extensions, another piece of the jigsaw puzzle has been filled. Check out below when the contracts of the drivers expire.

For the 2025 season, one seat at the top teams remains to be open: The question is who will replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes, now that Red Bull's partnership is official for the upcoming year. One seat seemed likely to become available at Aston Martin, but Fernando Alonso signed a deal in April to stay for 2025. The team never makes announcements about Lance Stroll's contracts, but the Canadian is expected to stay.

When does Max Verstappen's contract expire?

Max Verstappen is still with Red Bull Racing for years to come. The triple world champion has a commitment with the Austrian team until the end of 2028. Verstappen has said on several occasions that it is not certain he will sign a new contract with a Formula 1 team for 2029 and beyond. The Dutchman would also like to compete in long-distance racing, such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

When does Lewis Hamilton's contract expire?

Lewis Hamilton has a contract with Mercedes until the end of 2024. The Briton signed a new commitment in 2023, which was initially a two-year deal. However, the Brit activated a release clause and will move to Ferrari in 2025.

Formula 1 drivers' contracts

Name Team Contract until end:
Max Verstappen Red Bull Racing 2028
Sergio Perez Red Bull Racing 2026
Lewis Hamilton Mercedes 2024 (will move to Ferrari)
George Russell Mercedes 2025
Charles Leclerc Ferrari Beyond 2024
Carlos Sainz Ferrari 2024 (will leave Ferrari)
Lando Norris McLaren Beyond 2025
Oscar Piastri McLaren 2026
Fernando Alonso Aston Martin 2026
Lance Stroll Aston Martin Beyond 2025
Pierre Gasly Alpine Beyond 2025
Esteban Ocon Alpine 2024 (will leave Alpine)
Alexander Albon Williams Beyond 2025
Logan Sargeant Williams 2024
Yuki Tsunoda Visa Cash App RB 2025
Daniel Ricciardo Visa Cash App RB 2024
Valtteri Bottas Stake F1 Team 2024
Guanyu Zhou Stake F1 Team 2024
Nico Hulkenberg Haas 2024 (will move to Audi)
Kevin Magnussen Haas 2024