Top 10 Highest-Paid Female Athletes in 2024: Tennis, Skiing, Golf, and more

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Top 10 Highest-Paid Female Athletes

  1. Coco Gauff – $34.4 Million
    Coco Gauff leads the list as the highest-paid female athlete, earning $34.4 million. Her wins at the China Open and WTA Finals were just the beginning, with major endorsement deals from brands like UPS, L’Oréal, and New Balance. At just 20, Gauff’s career continues to rise, cementing her spot in the sports and fashion worlds.
  2. Iga Świątek – $23.8 Million
    Despite facing challenges in 2024, including a suspension, Polish tennis star Iga Świątek secured the second position with earnings of $23.8 million. Her luxury sponsorships, including partnerships with Lancôme and Lego, bolster her wealth despite setbacks.
  3. Eileen Gu – $22.1 Million
    Freestyle skier Eileen Gu, who represents China, earned $22.1 million. Known for her 39 medals in international competitions, Gu also makes headlines with endorsements from Louis Vuitton, Porsche, and Tiffany & Co., linking sports and fashion.
  4. Zheng Qinwen – $20.6 Million
    Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen is the fourth-highest-paid female athlete with $20.6 million in earnings, thanks to her sponsorship deals with brands like Nike, Rolex, and Wilson. Her remarkable rise in tennis includes a gold medal at the Paris Olympics.
  5. Aryna Sabalenka – $18.7 Million
    World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka earned $18.7 million in 2024, thanks to two Grand Slam wins and numerous sponsorships, including Nike and Wilson. She’s now accumulated over $30 million in career prize money.
  6. Naomi Osaka – $12.9 Million
    After returning from maternity leave, Naomi Osaka earned $12.9 million, bolstered by her multiple endorsements with Nike, Louis Vuitton, and Beats. Osaka’s production company, Hana Kuma, also contributes to her fortune.
  7. Emma Raducanu – $12.9 Million
    Though Emma Raducanu has faced challenges after her 2021 U.S. Open win, she still earned $12.9 million in 2024. Her sponsorship deals with major brands like Porsche and Dior continue to keep her among the highest-paid athletes.
  8. Nelly Korda – $12.5 Million
    Golfer Nelly Korda earned $12.5 million, securing the LPGA Player of the Year Award and consistent tournament victories. Her $4.4 million prize money adds to her earnings, along with sponsorships from brands like Titleist and Nike.
  9. Simone Biles – $11.2 Million
    Gymnast Simone Biles earned $11.2 million, with three gold medals and a silver at the Paris Summer Games. She also enjoys endorsement deals with Powerade and a Netflix docuseries, “Simone Biles Rising.”
  10. Caitlin Clark – $8.1 Million
    Basketball star Caitlin Clark earned $8.1 million in 2024. She gained recognition as a rookie, with her on-court earnings supplemented by brand deals with Nike and State Farm.

These athletes’ remarkable achievements in their respective sports, along with their endorsements, are setting new standards for women in sports

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