Rankings & Lists
50 Richest Athletes in History
The wealthiest sportspeople in history ranked by estimated career and post-career net worth — covering prize money, contracts, endorsements, business ventures and ownership stakes across every major sport.
The wealthiest sportspeople in history ranked by estimated career and post-career net worth — covering prize money, contracts, endorsements, business ventures and ownership stakes across every major sport.
Methodology: Net worth estimates draw on career earnings data, reported endorsement values, business holdings and equity stakes at peak valuation. Inflation adjustment is applied for athletes from earlier eras. Figures are estimates — the true wealth of many athletes is not publicly disclosed.