Sports are a multimillion-dollar source of income for the most outstanding athletes. Within the world of entertainment, this industry is one of the most profitable ones, which translates into a fortune that goes to brands, clubs, and broadcasting companies. But this million-dollar business would not be possible if the young people on this list had not spent years training and making sacrifices to reach the top.
Now, professional athletes are some of the highest-paid entertainers in the world. We need to say, however, that not all sports pay equally. So who are the highest-paid athletes today? How much of it is due to endorsement deals or sports performance contracts? Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? You’ll find an answer to all those questions right here.