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Romain Grosjean is a former formula one driver who now races in the IndyCar series. He competed in 11 seasons in the Formula One. Let’s know more about him and have a look at his net worth, records, career and more. Read more about the Top 50 Richest F1 Drivers Of All Time.

Romain Grosjean (F1)

Romain Grosjean Facts

Birth Place Geneva, Switzerland
Father’s Name Christian Grosjean
Mother’s Name Marie Helene Grosjean
Star Sign Aries
Net Worth $16 Million 
Salary NA 
Age 38
Date of Birth 17 April 1986
Height (cm) 5ft 9inches
Weight (kg) 132.3 lbs
Nationality French-Swiss
F1 Entry2009
TeamsRenault, Lotus, Haas
ChildrenSacha, Simon and Camille
WifeMarian Jolles

Romain Grosjean Net Worth & Endorsements

Grosjean has earned most of his income through his racing career. In his last season he was paid $3.2 million by Haas. As of 2024, he has an estimated net worth of $16 million and he will receive a salary of $2m every year.

He also had some big names sponsoring him like Richard Mille and Christian Roth that have helped him to take his wealth to where it is today. Seier Capital, Bell Sports, and Field Pass are other brand deals. Romain Grosjean’s overall Endorsement deal is valued at $2m.

Romain Grosjean Career

Grosjean started his career as a test driver for Renault F1 in 2009. In the same season he was promoted be their F1 driver. He had a horrible first season and was left without a seat from the 2010 season onwards.

Grosjean then went back to compete In the Auto GP and sports car racing. In 2012 he was signed by Lotus as their racing driver. This marked the beginning of his second stint in Formula One. He earned his first ever podium in the same season at the Bahrain GP. 2013 was probably one of the best seasons in his career Grosjean got six podiums that year.

2014 and 2015 seasons were not very great for the former Renault man as he had several crashes and managed to score barely any points.

In 2016 Grosjean stepped away from Lotus and joined Haas who were making their debut in Formula One. His personal high in the Driver’s Championship rankings came in 2017 when he finished 13th. Next year Grosjean finished the season 14th with scoring 37 points. 2019 proved to be his worst ever season in Formula One in terms of rankings when he finished at 18th place.

Romain Grosjean Net Worth
Grosjean car accident (Financial Express)

Grosjean suffered a disastrous accident at the 2020 Bahrain GP. The accident was so devastating that it split the car in two and a fire broke out. Thankfully he survived the accident and came out with minor burns and injuries to his hands and ankles. This was his last Formula One Race.

After moving out of F1, he started driving for Juncos Hollinger Racing in the NTT IndyCar Series. In 2024, he drives for Iron Lynx in the IMSA SportsCar Championship – GTD Pro. He ventured into esports and founded the r8g esports team. Grosjean and his wife also published a cookbook.

Romain Grosjean Personal Life

Grosjean was born on 17th April 1986 to a Swiss father and a French mother. He was always supported by his family to follow his passion of racing. Grosjean married a sports journalist Marion Jolles in 2012.

The couple welcomed their first child Sacha on July 29th 2013 and their second son Simon on 16th May 2015. The couple was later blessed with their third child a daughter Camille on 30th December 2017. Not many know Grosjean is the associate founder of the Excell’Jets.

Grosjean and his wife (PlanetF1)

Romain Grosjean FAQs

What is the date of birth of Romain Grosjean? 
Romain Grosjean was born on April, 17 1986. 
What is the net worth of Romain Grosjean? 
Romain Grosjean has a net worth of $16 Million. 
Does Romain Grosjean have any children? 
Romain Grosjean has two sons and one daughter
What is the nationality of Romain Grosjean? 
Romain Grosjean is of Swiss-French nationality. 
Where was Romain Grosjean born? 
Romain Grosjean was born in Geneva Switzerland
Who is the wife of Romain Grosjean
Romain Grosjean is currently married to Marion Jolles
How many F1 titles has Romain Grosjean won? 
Romain Grosjean has zero F1 titles.
What are the teams that Romain Grosjean has raced for? 
Romain Grosjean has raced for Renault, Lotus and Haas F1

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