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Cristiano Ronaldo has become the world's highest-paid athlete for the first time since 2017

03 May, 2023
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Cristiano Ronaldo has become the world's highest-paid athlete for the first time since 2017 following his move to Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr.


Forbes report the 38-year-old Portugal forward earned $136m over the past 12 months. His contract with Al Nassr is reportedly worth more than 200m euros per year.

Argentina's World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi is second on Forbes' list having earned $130m.

Forbes' top 10 also features basketball star LeBron James and boxer Canelo Alvarez, while 20-time tennis Grand Slam champion Roger Federer is the only retired athlete on the list in ninth place.

Forbes' figures include both on-field earnings - including salaries, prize money and bonuses - and off-field earnings - sponsorship deals, appearance fees and memorabilia and licensing income.

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