Top 10 Richest Athletes in the World: Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Cristiano Ronaldo and More

Although some athletes They have retired from the sport, continue to make a profit and have managed to create a fortune over time that can easily exceed any historical limit. who are the athletes richest in the world?

Michael Jordan, the legendary NBA player, broke all limits after passing through the American basketball league. Just like when he wore the jersey of the Chicago Bulls‘MJ’ continues to achieve success with his image despite his retirement 20 years ago, thanks to his work since 1984 with Nike and the slippers Air Jordan which enjoy unparalleled popularity.

With LeBron James, both athletes lead the list of the most paid basketball players in history. In the list of richest athletes in the world, the golfer is also included Tiger Woodswho held the place of the highest paid athlete in the world for 10 consecutive years.

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According to Sportico magazine, which made this list with information from Forbes and Sport Illustrated, salaries, bonuses, prizes, sponsorships and licenses were taken into account, among other variables, which go into carving when calculating the fortune of athletes. .

Who are the 10 richest athletes in the world?

1. Michael Jordan (basketball): US$ 3.3 billion.
2. Tiger Woods (golf): $2.5 billion.
3. Arnold Palmer (golf): $1.7 billion.
4. Jack Nicklaus (soccer): $1.63 billion.
5. Cristiano Ronaldo (soccer): US$ 1,580 million.
6. LeBron James (basketball): US$ 1.530 million.
7. Lionel Messi (soccer): US$ 1,480 million.
8. Floyd Mayweather (boxing): $1.41 billion.
9. Roger Federer (tennis): US$ 1.380 million.
10. Phil Mickelson (golf): $1.36 billion.

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