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The 15 Highest-Paid Athletes Right Now

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The influence and impact of the professional athlete have changed over time. Some athletes reach superstar status in their sport and have recognized the influence and reach that they possess. It makes them an instant magnet for higher salaries on the court but also opens up endorsement and sponsorship opportunities. 

The highest-paid athletes come from different sports and also earn in different ways. Some athletes like tennis superstar Roger Federer primarily make their income from endorsement deals, while other athletes such as Tom Brady and Russell Westbrook take home more in salary. Here are the highest-paid athletes in the world at the moment. 

*Forbes, Spotrac, and Sports Reference were used for salary and off the field earnings information.

1. Conor McGregor, Total Earnings: $180 million

2. Lionel Messi, Total Earnings: $130 million

3. Cristiano Ronaldo, Total Earnings: $120 million

4. Dak Prescott, Total Earnings: $107.5 million

5. LeBron James, Total Earnings: $96.5 million

6. Neymar, Total Earnings: $95 million

7. Roger Federer, Total Earnings: $90 million

8. Lewis Hamilton, Total Earnings: $82 million

9. Tom Brady, Total Earnings: $76 million

10. Kevin Durant, Total Earnings: $75 million

11. Stephen Curry, Total Earnings: $74.5 million

12. Naomi Osaka, Total Earnings: $60 million

13. Tiger Woods, Total Earnings: $60 million

14. Russell Westbrook, Total Earnings: $59 million

15. Patrick Mahomes, Total Earnings: $54.5 million

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