No doubt, the best-paid female athletes are the stars of sport. The list is based on calendar year 2021, compared to the previous editions that spanned the 12-month period ending in June. It includes base salaries and prizes, as well as bonuses and stipends. What does this all mean to the average fan? What are the best features of a career in sports? Who should you be looking out for?
Venus Williams
Venus Williams is one of the most highly-paid athletes in the country and could make more than she makes at her day job. The tennis player makes $7 million annually, including $5 million in endorsements. Despite not being on Wimbledon's court this year, her income has remained consistent. Her personal life is not less interesting. Sjogren's syndrome is a common condition that affects more than four million Americans. Sjogren’s syndrome can cause joint pain, dry eyes and muscle aches. It can also lead to inflammation of major organs. While it is difficult to live without, medications and lifestyle changes may be able to help ease some of the symptoms.
Naomi Osaka
Thanks to her prize money and sponsorship deals, the Japanese tennis player is multimillionaire. In 2017, she earned $1.2 million in prize money, but her income was more than double that, coming in at $52 million. 98% of her total compensation has come from endorsement deals. She has also earned more that $5 million. 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 is a famous Canadian tennis player who turned professional in 2017. In 2017, she won the Wimbledon women's singles title. She also earned more than $7.5million in prize money. This has made her the highest paid female athlete in the world, and people in different countries have been wondering how she has earned such a large net worth at such a young age. Her aggressive style of playing is a big part of her success, and she often focuses on attacking cross-court shots.
Simone Biles
Simone Biles, an American gymnast, is a four-time world champion. She earned a total amount of 10.1 million dollars in 2021. Her field activities also brought her more than $100,000. Although gymnastics has not been a lucrative sport historically, Biles is revered as an icon and has been used by major brands to promote their products. Therefore, her income comes not only from winning competitions but also endorsement deals.
Danica Patrick
Danica Patrick, an American auto racing driver, has earned more than $10 million in her professional career. She is one of the most highly paid female athletes worldwide thanks to her racing winnings and endorsements. While her racing career is what makes her a household name, she is probably better known for her appearances and brand endorsements. Her face is Chevrolet. She recently signed a multiyear deal for GoDaddy, a company that focuses primarily on women's wellness.