Cristiano Ronaldo has topped Forbes’ list of highest-paid athletes for the fourth time in his career. Ronaldo’s earnings on the field reached $200 million, with an additional $60 million from off-field activities.
Spanish golfer Jon Rahm holds the second spot, thanks to his move to the Saudi Arabia-backed LIV Golf, which guarantees him at least $300 million. Rahm’s total earnings amount to $218 million.
In third place is Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, who earned $135 million after joining Major League Soccer (MLS). Messi’s on-field earnings are $65 million, while his off-field income, bolstered by deals with brands like Adidas and Apple, totals $70 million.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is fourth with $128.2 million, followed by Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo at $111 million.
Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappe has dropped to sixth place with $110 million. Neymar, now playing for Al Hilal, is seventh with $108 million despite missing much of the season due to a torn ACL.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo
- On-field earnings: $200 million
- Off-field earnings: $60 million
- Total earnings: $260 million
2. Jon Rahm
- Total guaranteed earnings: $300 million
- Total earnings to date: $218 million
3. Lionel Messi
- On-field earnings: $65 million
- Off-field earnings: $70 million
- Total earnings: $135 million
4. LeBron James
- Total earnings: $128.2 million
5. Giannis Antetokounmpo
- Total earnings: $111 million
6. Kylian Mbappe
- Total earnings: $110 million
7. Neymar
- Total earnings: $108 million
