Cristiano Ronaldo has once again claimed the title of the world’s highest-paid athlete, topping Forbes’ 2024 list for the third consecutive year.
The 40-year-old Al Nassr striker reportedly earned a staggering £206.6 million ($275 million) over the past year, surpassing his 2023 earnings by £11.2 million.
A significant portion of his income — approximately £177 million — comes from his salary at Saudi club Al Nassr, which he joined in December 2022 following his departure from Manchester United.
Forbes’ Top 10 Highest-Paid Athletes of 2024:
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Cristiano Ronaldo – £206.6m ($275m)
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Stephen Curry – £117.1m ($156m)
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Tyson Fury – £109.5m ($146m)
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Dak Prescott – £102.8m ($137m)
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Lionel Messi – £101.3m ($135m)
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LeBron James – £100.4m ($133.8m)
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Juan Soto – £85.5m ($114m)
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Karim Benzema – £78m ($104m)
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Shohei Ohtani – £76.9m ($102.5m)
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Kevin Durant – £76.1m ($101.4m)