List of top 10 richest athletes in world just got updated — who’s in and who's out?

The sports sector in recent times has seen immense wealth flow in, with athletes reaching new heights in both career and wealth, Bleacher reported. 

The lives of sportsman have become a hot topic for everyone to talk about, proving on to show when talent and hard work is mixed, anything can be achieved.

Here is a list of 10 of the richest sportsman in 2024

Michael Jordan

The basketball billionaire has a net worth of $3.75billion. He has won six National Basketball Association (NBA) championships and played 15 NBA sessions with the Chicago bulls.

Tiger woods

The American golfing legend has a net worth of $2.66 billion. He ranks second in men’s major championships.

Cristiano Ronaldo

The Portugal star who is currently playing for Al-Nassr has a net worth of $1.92 billion.

Arnold Palmer

Highly regarded as one of the greatest golfer of all time, Arnold Palmer has a net worth of $1.76 billion.

LeBron James

The American basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers has a net worth of $1.7 billion.

Jack Nicklaus

Nicknamed "the Golden Bear", the retired golfer has a net worth of $1.67 billion.

Lionel Messi

The Argentina football player who is currently signed with the Inter-Miami has a net worth of $1.67 billion.

David Beckham

Footballer turned British business mogul, David Beckham has a net worth of $1.5 billion.

Roger Federer

The tennis legend has a net worth of $1.49 billion.

Floyd Mayweather

The American professional boxer Floyd Mayweather has an undefeated record and 15 major championship titles under his belt. His net worth is $1.48 billion.