Coco Gauff Tops 2024's Highest-Paid Female Athletes; Emma Raducanu and Caitlin Clark Shine
Coco Gauff leads with $30.4 million in earnings, while Emma Raducanu and Caitlin Clark make waves despite challenges in their respective sports.
- Coco Gauff became the third woman in sports history to surpass $30 million in annual earnings, driven by $21 million in endorsements and $9.4 million in prize money.
- Emma Raducanu secured $14.7 million in 2024, with $14 million coming from endorsement deals, despite a challenging year on the tennis court due to injuries.
- WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark earned $11.1 million, with 99% of her income coming from endorsements, highlighting the significant pay gap between male and female professional athletes.
- Simone Biles, despite winning three gold medals at the Paris Olympics, earned $11.1 million, primarily through endorsements, underscoring the disparity between athletic achievements and financial rewards in women's sports.
- Casper Ruud questioned the accuracy of endorsement earnings estimates for athletes like Raducanu, suggesting a need for greater transparency in reporting methodologies.
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