Crypto sponsorships have become increasingly prevalent in sports, including Formula 1, attracting luxury brands and tech giants to tap into the global audience.
High-profile crypto partnerships in F1 for the 2025 season include Aston Martin x Coinbase, Alpine x Binance, KICK Sauber x CoinPayments, McLaren Racing x OKX, and Red Bull Racing x Gate.io.
Aston Martin and Coinbase initiated a groundbreaking deal paid in the stablecoin USDC, featuring the Coinbase logo on Aston Martin’s AMR25 car and racing suits.
Alpine F1's collaboration with Binance introduced the Alpine F1 Team Fan Token for fan engagement and exclusive perks via Binance Launchpad.
KICK Sauber partnered with CoinPayments to enable fans to make purchases using over 100 cryptocurrencies, leveraging dual sponsorships with Stake and Kick for brand compliance.
McLaren Racing's partnership with OKX focuses on fan engagement through NFTs and unique campaigns, celebrating their 2024 Constructors' Championship win.
Red Bull Racing's latest crypto sponsor for 2025 is Gate.io, marking a shift from their previous deal with Bybit, emphasizing the embrace of blockchain technology.
Formula 1's extended partnership with Crypto.com until 2030 has been mutually beneficial, expanding their global audience and user base while innovating fan experiences.
The allure of F1 for crypto sponsors lies in its legitimacy and reach to tech-savvy audiences, presenting a lucrative opportunity for crypto companies and F1 teams alike.
As cryptocurrency and F1 intersect, the sport remains a pivotal link between digital finance and traditional sports, fostering ongoing growth and innovation in the industry.