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Niels Wittich 2023 – Net Worth, Salary, Personal Life and Endorsements

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Here’s everything you need to know about the personal life, net worth, career of FIA race director Niels Wittich

Niels Wittich Facts

Birth PlaceGermany
Father’s NameNot Known
Mother’s NameNot Known
Star SignNA
EducationNot Known
Net Worth (2022)$5 Million
Salary$51,070 per annum
Age50
Date of BirthAugust 5, 1972
NationalityGerman
WifeNot Known (married)
ChildrenNot Known

Niels Wittich Career

Niels Wittich is the FIA Formula One Race Director, who assumed his current role in 2022 after the departure of Michael Masi. Besides being the race director, Wittich is also a Safety Delegate, Permanent Starter and head of the F1 Technical Department.

Wittich is responsible for managing the logistics of each F1 Grand Prix, inspecting cars before a race, enforcing rules and controlling the lights that start each race. Before being appointed the FIA F1 race director, Wittich previously held the position of race director for the DTM series.

Niels Wittich

Since his appointment as race director, Wittich has amended a number of sections in the F1 rulebook. He has been very strict about the behaviour of drivers and teams on the racing circuit.

One of his notable actions in a brief stint so far is his strong stance on drivers wearing jewellery during an F1 race. The FIA led by Wittich made sure that all drivers including top shots like Hamilton complied with the rules before taking the track for a race by removing pieces of jewellery, ornaments or piercings from their bodies.

Wittich has vast experience in serving multiple levels of motorsport in top roles. He has previously been the race director for the FIA F2 and F3 championships, besides assisting the F1 race director at select events. The German has served as a race director and a circuit inspector for more than 20 years as an FIA official.

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Niels Wittich Net Worth and Salary

Niels Wittich’s net worth is expected to be around $5 million as of 2023. Wittich has had a long career in motorsport spanning more than two decades and hence, it is understandable that he has accumulated a huge amount of net worth. As an FIA race director, he earns a huge salary which is approximately US$ 51,070 per annum. Wittich’s net worth continues to rise with each passing year owing to his association with the FIA.

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Niels Wittich Personal Life

Niels Wittich was born on August 5, 1972 in Germany. Information about his family background, parents and siblings is not available in the public domain as of now. Wittich is a married man but he is very particular about his privacy and details regarding his wife or children (if any) are not known. We’ll update this column whenever we have more information about the same.

Niels Wittich Endorsements

Niels Wittich’s current list of sponsors are not known in the public domain. However, it is understood that a top FIA hotshot like Wittich must have several lucrative sponsorship and endorsement deals in his pocket. We will update Wittich’s list of sponsors whenever we have further details.

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Niels Wittich FAQs

What is the age and date of birth of Niels Wittich?
Niels Wittich is 50 years old and was born on August 5, 1972
What is the net worth of Niels Wittich?
Niels Wittich has an estimated net worth of $5 million as of 2023
What brand does Niels Wittich work for?
Niels Wittich is currently the FIA Formula One Race Director
What is the nationality of Niels Wittich?
Niels Wittich is a German citizen
Where was Niels Wittich born?
Niels Wittich was born in Germany

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My heart races on the F1 track and tennis courts, translating the adrenaline of each moment into words. While F1's speed thrills and tennis's finesse captivate me, my passion doesn't stop there. As a devoted follower of cricket, football, and various Olympic sports, I find myself engulfed in the highs and lows of these games. Through my writing, I aim to share the stories behind the stats, the emotions fueling the victories, and the struggles that define the journey of athletes across diverse disciplines. Being a voice that echoes the fervor of these sports is a privilege I cherish every day.

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