TOP 10 HIGHEST-PAID ATHLETES IN THE WORLD 2020-21
Being a professional athlete is something that requires a lot of hard work, dedication, and sacrifices. On the other part of the coin, great sacrifices bring great rewards. This year was no different; some of the most well-known athletes saw a significant rise in their bank accounts despite the world amid a global pandemic and several businesses going to the state of no return. In this article , we are going to get a glance at some of the highest-paid athletes in 2020-21. This list is made on the base of report published by The Forbes on the same topic .
1. Conor McGregor
Irish MMA fighter Conor McGregor was ranked in the number one spot by Forbes in the list of highest-paid athletes in 2020-21. He accumulated a grand sum of US $180 Million from his on and off-field earnings. The US $ 22 is said to have come from the octagon whereas, the whooping US $ 158 Million came off-field through endorsements and brand deals.
2. Lionel Messi
Argentinian soccer star Lionel Andres Messi was in the headlines regarding his FC Barcelona exit. This year was usual despite everything; He accumulated US $ 130 Million from his on and off-field income. This also makes him the highest-paid football star.
3. Cristiano Ronaldo
Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo ranks third in the list. He accumulated around 120 Million US dollars from his on and off-field earnings. He has been on the headlines amid his transfer to English club manchester united.
4. Dak Prescott
This 28-year-old quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys earned 107.5 million US dollars this recent year . He formerly played for Mississippi State Bulldogs and was drafted to Dallas in 2016. Ever since the draft, his earning has been quite humongous.
5. LeBron James
Lebron James is a name you've heard at least once even if you're not a fan of basketball . He gathered around $ 96.5 million US dollars to be on the list, and his career earnings recently touched the mark of a billion dollars.
6. Neymar da Silva Santos Junior
This 29 year old forward for football team Paris saint-Germain and Brazil NT has been on the list of top-earning athletes for quite a long time now. He accumulated around 95 million dollars from his endorsements and club payments.
7. Roger Federer
Arguably the greatest tennis player ever earned around $90 million this year. He has won several trophies in his career and holds many records on and off the court.
8. Luis Hamilton
Hamilton might not be a household name like other athletes on the list, but this British driver is a top-notch athlete and has won 7 World Driver's Championship. He earned 82 million US dollars this year.
9. Tom Brady
NFL Team The Tampa bay Buccaneer's quarterback Tom Brady earned a whopping $ 75 million this year. He started his career with New England Patriots in 2001. He is also regarded as one of the best football players in history.
10. Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant plays for the NBA team Brooklyn Nets. He is currently partner with brands like Nike and Locker, which helps his yearly income skyrocket. He earned $75 million this year and is last but not the least on our list of highest-paid athletes.
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In this article, we glanced at some of the highest-paid athletes in 2020-2021 and their numbers and sources. Please stay connected with us to know about any other updates in the world of sport and other information.
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