There are more than 8000 sports in the world, each of them has their own superstars that earn significant salaries from their professions. Professional athletes earn a large sum of money from their salaries, endorsement deals, and other activities. Here, we have compiled the wealthiest athlete in the world with their net worth.
Sport: Car racing
Net Worth: $285 Million
The British Formula One racing driver is definitely the best British Formula 1 driver that has won a joint record seven World Drivers' Championship titles. Lewis Hamilton is one of the highest-paid F1 drivers with a net worth is $285 Million.
Sport: Baseball
Net Worth: $350 Million
The former professional baseball player Alex Rodriguez is a memorable name for his time with the New York Yankees. With a significant amount of salary, endorsements, and bonuses, Rodriguez is one of the richest athletes on the planet.
Sport: Golf
Net Worth: $400 Million
The American professional golfer, 83, is viewed as the biggest golfer of his generation, winning 117 professional tournaments, a record 18 major championships, and many others.
Sport: Wrestler
Net Worth: $400 Million
When we often see Dwayne Johnson or “The Rock” starring in several films, this American actor is also a great former professional wrestler. With his bright career, “The Rock” has a net worth of $400 million.
Sport: Golf
Net Worth: $400 Million
The icon golf player Phil Mickelson won 45 events on the PGA Tour and other major championships. The American professional golfer's net worth is estimated at $400 million.
Sport: Basketball
Net Worth: $400 Million
The retired professional basketball player, Shaquille O’Neal, or “Shaq" was notorious for his incredible career in the NBA for 19 seasons. Shaq is currently a sports analyst for the NBA and is classified among the richest athletes.
Sport: Tennis
Net Worth: $450 Million
Swiss former professional tennis player was ranked the world's best player for 310 weeks. With a net worth of $450 million, Roger Federer is among the richest tennis player.
Sport: Golf
Net Worth: $450 Million
Greg Norman is the World's No.1 best player in golf who won 89 professional tournaments and other major trophies. During his playing career, Norman had an excellent idea and built a global corporation called the Greg Norman Company.
Sport: Football
Net Worth: $450 million
The English former professional footballer played for Manchester United as a right-winger and was captain of the England National team. Following his retirement, David Beckham became a co-owner of Inter Miami CF and Salford City.
Sport: Box
Net Worth: $450 million
The former American professional boxer Floyd Mayweather is the richest boxer on the planet with a total net worth of $450 million. The boxer legend is also the Mayweather Promotions firm's founder.
Sport: Basketball
Net Worth: $500 Million
Mainly known by his nickname King James, LeBron Raymone James Sr. is one of the greatest basketball players in history playing for the NBA. The 38-year-old superstar ranks among the wealthiest athletes with a net worth of $500 million.
Sport: Football
Net Worth: $500 Million
If you can only name one footballer, it’s probably Cristiano Ronaldo. The forward and captain of Al Nassr club and Portugal national team’s net worth is $500 million.
Sport: Football
Net Worth: $600 Million
The football legend Lionel Messi won a record seven Ballon d'Or awards and more. The Argentine professional footballer is the highest-paid athlete on the planet, earning $600 in salary and endorsements.
Sport: Basketball
Net Worth: $600 Million
Magic Johnson is an unforgettable name in the basketball landscape who spent most of his time in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Johnson is now president of basketball operations for the Los Angeles Lakers
Sport: Car racing
Net Worth: $600 Million
Michael Schumacher is the most popular all-time sports personality in car racing in Formula 1. The former German racing driver won seven Formula One World Championships.
Sport: Golf
Net Worth: $800 Million
The name Tiger Woods is stuck with the golf sport because he is a superstar golfer who holds numerous golf records. 90% of the American athlete’s total earnings come from endorsement and sponsorship deals.
Sport: Tennis and ice hockey
Net Worth: $1.2 Billion
The Romanian former professional ice hockey and tennis player has remained an icon athlete. Ion Tiriac was known by the nickname "Brașov Bulldozer" and has become the owner of the Mutua Madrid Open Tennis Tournament.
Sport: Wrestler
Net Worth: $1.6 Billion
Following his retirement as a professional wrestling promoter, Vince McMahon, 77, has become the owner and CEO of WWE, the company from his father. With a net worth of $1.6 billion, the title of the richest athlete in 2023 goes to McMahon.
Sport: Basketball
Net Worth: $2.2 Billion
The American retired basketball player Michael Jordan is the greatest player of all time who spent his career on two great teams: Washington Wizards and Chicago Bulls. He was the most valuable player that has inspired several businesses, including Nike.
