Keke Rosberg Net Worth

What is Keke Rosberg's net worth?

Keke Rosberg is a Finnish former racing driver who has a net worth of $30 million. Keke Rosberg is best known for winning the 1982 World Championship with Williams. Racing from 1978 to 1986 across teams such as Theodore, ATS, Wolf, Fittipaldi, Williams, and McLaren, he not only became the first Finnish F1 champion but also laid the groundwork for drivers from Scandinavia. Known for his late entry into Formula One at age 29, Rosberg brought a gritty, precise style to the track, earning five Grand Prix wins, 17 podium finishes, 5 pole positions, and 3 fastest laps in 114 starts. His tactical acumen and adaptability in diverse racing environments—from street circuits to turbo engines—solidified his reputation as a formidable competitor and a pioneer for Finnish motorsport. Following retirement, he continued to influence the racing world as a team owner and mentor, including guiding his son, Nico Rosberg, to his own championship.

Early Life

Keijo Erik "Keke" Rosberg was born on December 6, 1948, in Solna, Stockholm County, Sweden, to Finnish parents Lars and Lea. The family moved to Finland in 1950, raising him in Lapinjärvi, Hamina, Oulu, and Iisalmi. With both parents active in rallying, motorsport was in his blood—he began karting early before dreaming of dentistry or programming. By 1972, he entered car racing via Formula Vee and soon progressed to Formula Super Vee, where he won the German title in 1975. These formative years built a foundation of consistency and mechanical insight that would serve his F1 career well.

Formula One Career

Minor Teams (1978–1981)

Rosberg debuted in F1 at the 1978 South African Grand Prix at 29, a notably late start. His first drive came with Theodore, followed by stints at ATS and Wolf. He marked his early promise by winning the non-championship BRDC International Trophy amid heavy rain in just his second F1 outing. Though machinery was often uncompetitive, he scored his first championship points and podium with Fittipaldi in 1980.

Williams (1982–1985)

Joining Williams in 1982, Rosberg flourished, claiming his maiden victory at the Swiss Grand Prix (held in France) and securing five podiums to clinch the World Championship, becoming Finland's first F1 titleholder. His triumph came in a largely outdated Cosworth-powered car, showing that consistency could triumph over raw speed. Although the turbo era soon challenged him, he still garnered wins at the Race of Champions (1983), Detroit (1984), and Adelaide (1985), demonstrating particular skill on street circuits.

McLaren & Retirement (1986)

Rosberg moved to McLaren in 1986 but struggled to match teammate Alain Prost in an aging chassis. His final race was dramatic, leading in Adelaide before a tire failure ended his race early. Deeply affected by team changes and the tragic loss of friend Elio de Angelis, he retired at the year's end.

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Post‑Formula One & Management

After retiring, Rosberg competed in sportscars (notably with Peugeot) and in the DTM touring car series. In 1994, he founded Team Rosberg, which has since run in DTM, Formula Three, Formula BMW, A1 Grand Prix, and more recently Extreme E. He also managed drivers such as JJ Lehto, Mika Häkkinen, and his son Nico—playing a crucial role in Nico's path to the 2016 championship.

Personal Life

Keke has remained deeply involved in the motorsport world through his support of his son Nico Rosberg's career. Nico entered Formula One in 2006 and achieved his greatest success with Mercedes, where he formed one of the sport's most intense modern rivalries with Lewis Hamilton. In 2016, Nico won the Formula One World Championship, making the Rosbergs only the second father-son duo in history—after Graham and Damon Hill—to each win an F1 title. Just days after clinching the championship, Nico announced his retirement, echoing his father's surprise departure from the sport at his peak. Keke's early guidance and mentorship were widely acknowledged as pivotal in Nico's development as a world-class driver and competitor.

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