By Sakshi Sah
Published Feb 20, 2025

Hindustan Times
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Meet the 8 highest-paid athletes around the globe

From football to basketball, meet the highest-paid athletes according to Forbes.

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The football icon leads the list with unmatched earnings.

Cristiano Ronaldo: $260 Million

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Jon Rahm takes the second spot with remarkable earnings.

Jon Rahm: $218 Million

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The football legend continues to secure his place among the top earners.

Lionel Messi: $135 Million

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Basketball icon LeBron James stands out as one of the highest-paid athletes.

LeBron James: $128.2 Million

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Greek basketball star Giannis Antetokounmpo secures the fifth spot with massive earnings.

Giannis Antetokounmpo: $111 Million

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The young football sensation makes a mark with his impressive earnings.

Kylian Mbappé: $110 Million

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The Brazilian footballer continues to earn big as one of the top-paid athletes.

Neymar: $108 Million

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Football star Karim Benzema earns a spot on the list of global top earners.

Karim Benzema: $106 Million

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