It is true that drivers are not primarily concerned with their pay packet and I believe this is true of most people who are passionate about their work, regardless of what it is. However, most will hope to be treated fairly in the work-place and be paid the going rate for their services.
The Schumacher example is interesting Bob: even if he lives to be 150, I think most of us know he doesn't need any more money. Nonetheless, he is being paid a huge sum for his expertise and skills, which are obviously considered of value to those who pay him. - And this surely is the crux of the matter. F1 is an expensive business and it makes fortunes for almost any who are involved, which is why so many sponsors and countries want the profiling associated with it. It would be ludicrous for these people to be making fortunes for themselves without sharing some of the winnings with a front man who takes centre stage and gets the whole world talking, thereby further raising their profile wouldn't it?
It's all very well to look at salaries and feel aggrieved at the figures but the front men and women who represent any global organisation are going to be well paid, and it is my feeling that these people do a far better job than those on similar salaries and bonuses who front the banks, for interest. (instance - sic).
