Cristiano Ronaldo Tops 2023's Highest-Paid Athletes List, Earning $275M

Ronaldo's earnings, bolstered by a lucrative contract with Al-Nassr and endorsements, outshine Messi's $130M and other global sports stars.

Cristiano Ronaldo emerged as the highest-earning athlete in 2023, with a total income of $275 million, primarily from his contract with Saudi club Al-Nassr and endorsements.
Lionel Messi ranked third, earning $130 million, with significant contributions from his contract with Inter Miami and sponsorships.
Jon Rahm, the Spanish golfer, secured the second spot with earnings of $203 million, highlighting the influence of Saudi investments in sports.
No women athletes made it into the top 100 highest-paid list, with Coco Gauff being the highest-paid female athlete at $22.7 million.
Ronaldo and Messi also dominate social media earnings among footballers, with Ronaldo earning approximately $1.96 million per Instagram post.