Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has clinched the crown as the highest-paid athlete of 2024, according to the latest list released by digital platform Sportico. The star forward topped the rankings with a staggering income of $260 million, making him the king of the sporting world’s financial game.
Ronaldo’s mammoth earnings stem largely from his contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr and his role with Portugal’s national team, raking in a major chunk of his income. Additionally, $45 million came from his endorsement deals with top global brands, proving that CR7’s influence extends far beyond the football pitch.
“Cristiano Ronaldo Tops 2024’s Highest-Paid Athletes List with a Jaw-Dropping $260 Million Payday”
Following Ronaldo, American basketball star Stephen Curry secured the second spot with earnings of $153.8 million, while British boxer Tyson Fury punched his way to third place with $147 million. Argentine football maestro Lionel Messi settled at fourth with $135 million in earnings.
Shockingly, no female athlete made it to the top 100 list this year. Despite American tennis sensation Coco Gauff earning $30.4 million in 2024, her impressive earnings still fell short of making the cut.
Ronaldo’s reign continues – both on the field and in the bank! Who can dethrone CR7’s financial dominance?
