These are the most highly-paid female athletes in the world. The new list was compiled using the calendar year 2021. This is in contrast to previous editions that used the 12-month ending in June. It includes salaries and prizes, plus bonuses and stipends. What does this mean for average fans? What are some of the most appealing aspects of a lucrative career in sports? And who should watch out for?
Venus Williams
As one of the world's highest-paid athletes, Venus Williams has the potential to make even more money than she does in her day job. The tennis player earns $7million annually, with $5 million in endorsements. Despite not being on the Wimbledon court this year, her income is steady. Her personal life is not less interesting. Sjogren's syndrome is a common condition that affects more than four million Americans. Sjogren’s syndrome is characterized by joint pain, dry eyes muscle aches, and inflammations of major organs. It can be very difficult to live with but medication and lifestyle changes can ease some symptoms.
Naomi Osaka
The Japanese tennis player is a multimillionaire thanks to her sponsorship deals and prize money. She was awarded $1.2million in prize money for 2017, but her net income of $52million was more than twice that. She has also earned more than $5 million in endorsement deals, accounting for 98% of her total compensation. She is one of the most successful and well-known female athletes in the world, and her earnings keep increasing every day.
Bianca Andreescu
Bianca Andreescu (a Canadian tennis player) is well-known. She became professional in 2017. She won the 2017 Wimbledon women’s doubles title, and she went on to earn more than $7.5million in prizes. She is now the highest-paid female athlete in the world and many people wonder how she managed to accumulate such a high net worth at such an early age. Her aggressive playing style is key to her success. She often focuses on cross-court shots.
Simone Biles
Simone Biles (American gymnast) is a four time world champion. In the year 2021, she earned a total of 10.1 million dollars. She also earned more that $100,000 from her various field activities. Although gymnastics isn't a popular sport, Biles is an icon and has been an image for major brands. Therefore, her income comes not only from winning competitions but also endorsement deals.
Danica Patrick
Danica Patrick is an American auto racing driver who has earned over $10 million for her professional career. She is one of the most highly paid female athletes worldwide thanks to her racing winnings and endorsements. Although her racing career makes her well-known, it is not what makes her an international celebrity. She is more known for her appearances on television and her endorsements of brands. She has been the face and spokesperson for Chevrolet since 2005. Recently, she signed a multiyear deal with GoDaddy which focuses on women's healthcare.