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Ronaldo Leads Forbes' Highest-Paid Athletes Again

5/17/2025

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Cristiano Ronaldo tops Forbes' highest-paid athletes list for the third consecutive year, earning $275 million.
Stephen Curry secures second place with $156 million, marking a milestone of 4,000 career three-pointers.
Tyson Fury ranks third with $146 million, thanks to a Netflix show and a tourism partnership.
Lionel Messi falls to fifth place, reflecting changes in earnings.
Ronaldo's income surge stems from endorsements and his transfer to Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr.

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Cristiano Ronaldo tops Forbes' highest-paid athletes list for the third consecutive year, earning $275 million.
Stephen Curry secures second place with $156 million, marking a milestone of 4,000 career three-pointers.
Tyson Fury ranks third with $146 million, thanks to a Netflix show and a tourism partnership.
Lionel Messi falls to fifth place, reflecting changes in earnings.
Ronaldo's income surge stems from endorsements and his transfer to Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr.