Feb
16
Posted in: Formula One
asked:
I dont just mean england, i mean like is there any in the world. Also if you know whether if they get money from prize money or if they are paid by teams.
Thank you in advance!
I dont just mean england, i mean like is there any in the world. Also if you know whether if they get money from prize money or if they are paid by teams.
Thank you in advance!
February 17th 2010
yes, you can. At least in the US, the top level races payout prize money. It is a marginal amount and not enough to cover expenses. I don’t think any go kart drivers get paid my teams but a few that race for factory teams drive for free. The top guys can also get paid to coach other drivers or help setup other guys karts. I don’t think anyone makes enough to make a living off of karting though, so I wouldn’t consider it a true professional.