Cristiano Ronaldo has secured his position as the world's highest-paid athlete for the third consecutive year, tallying earnings of approximately $275 million. His financial success stems not only from his contract with Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia but also from a significant boost in income due to endorsements driven by his vast social media following. Notably, while he continues to earn tremendously, his transfer to the Saudi league has not yet resulted in any major trophies. Other athletes like Stephen Curry and Tyson Fury also feature prominently in the rankings with impressive earnings from their respective sports and endorsements.
Cristiano Ronaldo has topped Forbes' list of the highest-paid athletes for the third consecutive year, with estimated earnings around $275 million, largely due to endorsements.
Ronaldo's move to Saudi Arabia has not yet brought him major trophies, contrasting with the numerous titles he won at former clubs like Manchester United and Real Madrid.
Stephen Curry ranks second on the list with $156 million after becoming the first NBA player to reach 4,000 career three-pointers in March.
Despite a drop to fifth place, Lionel Messi remains a commercial powerhouse with earnings of $135 million, thanks to endorsements from major brands like Adidas and Apple.
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