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18 richest sportsmen in the world: A new ranked list of the wealthiest athletes right now
Claudia Kogi, Adrianna Simwa
updated at April 12, 2024 at 9:57 AM
Many famous athletes worldwide are well-known for being the best in their field of sport. Although most of these athletes have retired, they continue to enhance their legacies by investing in various businesses and consequently becoming the richest sportsmen in the world.
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Professional athletes earn a fortune from their profession, and some are listed among the wealthiest people in the world. The top 18 richest sportsmen list is based on a combination of factors, including career earnings, endorsement deals, and overall net worth estimates.
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Below is a summary table of the richest sportsmen in the world today.
Rank | Name | Net Worth |
1 | Michael Jordan | $3.2 billion |
2 | Vince McMahon | $2.8 billion |
3 | Ion Tiriac | $2.1 billion |
4 | Tiger Woods | $1.3 billion |
5 | LeBron James | $1.2 billion |
6 | Magic Johnson | $1.2 billion |
7 | Anna Kasprzak | $1 billion |
8 | Lionel Messi | $650 million |
9 | Eddie Jordan | $600 million |
10 | Junior Bridgeman | $600 million |
11 | Michael Schumacher | $600 million |
12 | Roger Staubach | $600 million |
13 | Cristiano Ronaldo | $600 million |
14 | Roger Federer | $550 million |
15 | David Beckham | $450 million |
16 | Russell Westbrook | $300 Million |
17 | Kevin Durant | $300 Million |
18 | Phil Mickelson | $300 Million |
The top 18 richest sportsmen in the world
If there is one conspicuous thing about athletes in general, it is a fact they all boast high monetary success with several zeros and commas in their bank figures. The likes of Michael Jordan, Lionel Messi, and Ion Tiriac can never miss out on such a list. Here is a list of the richest athletes in the world and their net worth.
18. Phil Mickelson - $300 million
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- Full name: Philip Alfred Mickelson
- Date of birth: 16 June 1970
- Age: 53 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: San Diego, California, United States
Phil Mickelson is a professional golfer who plays in the LIV Golf League. He is ranked second on the PGA Tour's all-time money list of tournament prize money won. Phil Mickelson's net worth is $300 million.
17. Kevin Durant - $300 million
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- Full name: Kevin Wayne Durant
- Date of birth: 29 September 1988
- Age: 35 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Washington, D.C., United States
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Kevin Durant is a basketball player for the Phoenix Suns of the National Basketball Association. He is regarded as one of the greatest players in NBA history. Kevin earned his wealth from endorsement deals with companies such as Gatorade, Nike and Degree. Kevin Durant's net worth is $300 million.
16. Russell Westbrook - $300 million
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- Full name: Russell Westbrook III
- Date of birth: 12 November 1988
- Age: 35 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Long Beach, California, United States
Russell Westbrook plays as a point guard for the Los Angeles Clippers of the National Basketball Association. He has played for five NBA teams since his draft in 2008. Russell Westbrook's net worth is $300 million.
15. David Beckham - $450 million
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- Full name: David Robert Joseph Beckham
- Date of birth: 2 May 1975
- Age: 48 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Whipps Cross University Hospital, London, United Kingdom
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David Beckham is the president and co-owner of Salford City. He was the first football player from Britain to participate in 100 UEFA Champions League matches. After a 20-year career in which he won 19 major prizes, he retired in May 2013. David Beckham's net worth is $450 million.
14. Roger Federer - $550 million
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- Full name: Roger Federer
- Date of birth: 8 August 1981
- Age: 42 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Basel, Switzerland
Roger Federer is a former Swiss tennis player who has won 20 Grand Slam men's titles. Federer ranked first among all athletes with $100 million in endorsement money in 2020 and was consistently in the top ten highest-paid sportsmen in any sport. Roger Federer's net worth is estimated to be $550 million.
13. Cristiano Ronaldo - $600 million
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- Full name: Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos
- Date of birth: 5 February 1985
- Age: 39 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Hospital Dr. Nélio Mendonça, Funchal, Portugal
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Cristiano Ronaldo plays as a forward and captains both Al Nassr and the Portugal national team. He is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time. Cristiano has scored over 850 official senior career goals for club and country, making him the top goal scorer of all time. Cristiano is also among the highest-paid athletes per year, with a salary of $275 million. Cristiano Ronaldo's net worth is $600 million.
12. Roger Staubach - $600 million
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- Full name: Roger Thomas Staubach
- Date of birth: 5 February 1942
- Age: 82 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Roger Staubach is an American former professional football player. He played as a quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys for 11 seasons. Roger became the first of four players to win the Most Valuable Player. He was executive chairman of the Americas region of Jones Lang LaSalle until his retirement in 2018. Roger Staubach's net worth is $600 million.
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11. Michael Schumacher - $600 million
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- Full name: Michael Schumacher
- Date of birth: 3 January 1969
- Age: 55 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Hürth, Germany
Michael Schumacher is a former German racing driver who competed in Formula One for Jordan, Benetton, Ferrari, and Mercedes and had a joint record of seven World Drivers' Championship titles.
At the time of his retirement from the sport in 2012, he held the records for the most wins, pole positions, and podium finishes. Michael Schumacher's net worth is $600 million. He is among the richest athletes in the world net worth.
10. Junior Bridgeman - $600 million
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- Full name: Ulysses Lee Junior Bridgeman
- Date of birth: 17 September 1953
- Age: 70 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: East Chicago, Indiana, United States
Ulysses Lee Junior Bridgeman is a retired American-based professional basketball player and a successful entrepreneur. He played in the National Basketball League for 12 years and currently owns the Ebony and Jet magazines.
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He made most of his fortune through entrepreneurship, making him one of the top 10 richest sportsmen in the world of all time. Junior Bridgeman's net worth is alleged to be $600 million.
9. Eddie Jordan - $600 million
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- Full name: Edmund Patrick Jordan
- Date of birth: 30 March 1948
- Age: 76 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Dublin, Ireland
Eddie Jordan is an Irish-based former racing driver and businessman who has amassed a thanks to his successful career in Formula One racing.
Additionally, he is the founder and owner of the Jordan Grand Prix and the lead analyst for F1 coverage on BBC Channel 4. This success has ranked him among the top richest athletes in the world. Eddie Jordan's net worth is $600 million.
8. Lionel Messi - $650 million
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- Full name: Lionel Andrés Messi
- Date of birth: 24 June 1987
- Age: 36 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Rosario, Argentina
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Lionel Messi is an Argentine-based professional soccer player who captains both Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and the Argentina national team. He has made most of his fortune through salary, endorsements, and sponsorships.
Besides his illustrious career as a famous football player, Lionel Messi is renowned for winning several trophies, including his most recent one, the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Messi earns a significant salary as a professional soccer player and has also signed endorsement deals with major brands such as Adidas, Pepsi, and Gatorade. Lionel Messi's net worth is $650 million.
7. Anna Kasprzak - $1 billion
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- Full name: Anna Kasprzak
- Date of birth: 8 December 1989
- Age: 34 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Greven, Germany
Anna Kasprzak is a Danish dressage rider and Olympic athlete who earned most of her net worth through prize money, sponsorships, and brand endorsement deals. She is the only female athlete to make it to the list of the wealthiest athletes of all time.
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She has endorsement deals with companies in the equestrian industry and other relatable fields. The Danish dressage rider has also made her fortune through other ventures, such as coaching and training. Anna Kasprzak's net worth is $1 billion.
6. Magic Johnson - $1.2 billion
- Full name: Earvin Magic Johnson Jr
- Date of birth: 14 August 1959
- Age: 64 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Lansing, Michigan, United States
Earvin Magic Johnson is a retired American professional basketball player and a successful entrepreneur. The bulk of his net worth comes from his career salary, brand endorsements, and various investments.
Currently, he has numerous investments and is the chairman and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises, a diversified holding company that invests in various industries. Magic Johnson's net worth of $1.2 billion ranks him amongst the richest sportsmen in the world.
5. LeBron James - $1.2 billion
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- Full name: LeBron Raymone James Sr.
- Date of birth: 30 December 1984
- Age: 39 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Akron, Ohio, United States
LeBron James is a basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers. He is the all-time leading scorer in NBA history and ranks fourth in career assists. Apart from his salary, he makes his wealth from deals with brands such as Nike, AT&T, PepsiCo and Walmart. LeBron James' net worth is $1.2 billion.
4. Tiger Woods - $1.3 billion
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- Full name: Eldrick Tont Tiger Woods
- Date of birth: 30 December 1975
- Age: 48 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Cypress, California, United States
Eldrick Tont Tiger Woods is an American professional golfer and one of the highest-paid athletes in the world. Woods is considered one of the greatest athletes of all time and one of the world's most famous athletes.
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Woods has won numerous golf tournaments throughout his career, including the Masters, the PGA Championship, and the US Open, contributing to his income. Tiger Woods' net worth is $1.3 billion.
3. Ion Tiriac - $2.1 billion
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- Full name: Ion Tiriac
- Date of birth: 9 May 1939
- Age: 84 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Brașov, Romania
Ion Tiriac is a Romanian businessman and a former professional tennis and ice hockey player who has amassed a significant net worth. He earned most of his fortune as a businessman and from his tennis career.
Additionally, he ventured into real estate, auto, and financial services and later founded the Tiriac group. He also owns a collection of more than 400 models of cars and motorcycles. Ion Tiriac's net worth is $2.1 billion.
2. Vince McMahon - $2.8 billion
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- Full name: Vincent Kennedy McMahon
- Date of birth: 24 August 1945
- Age: 78 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Pinehurst, North Carolina, United States
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Vincent Kennedy McMahon is a retired American wrestler, current chairman, and CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment, WWE. Under his leadership, WWE has grown to be the world's largest professional wrestling company, with him being the majority shareholder. Vince McMahon's net worth is $2.8 billion. He is one of the Forbes' richest athletes in the world.
1. Michael Jordan - $3.2 billion
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- Full name: Michael Jeffrey Jordan
- Date of birth: 17 February 1963
- Age: 61 years (as of 2024)
- Place of birth: Brooklyn, New York, United States
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The legendary basketball player earned tens of millions of dollars in salary during his playing career from 1984 to 2003. Michael Jordan's net worth is $3.2 billion.
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