Whether it is the explosion of women's football or iconic tennis stars, many of the world's biggest woman's athletes are now seeing their talents turned into wealth.
And so it should, as it has been for many years athletic skills and sporting talent often brings fortune - and bags loads of cash. But who is the richest female athlete on the planet?
Here are the top 10 richest sportswomen in the world in 2024, according to CelebrityNetWorth.
9. Megan Rapinoe - $5 million
The US women's soccer star has a reported net worth of $5 million. | Getty Images Photo: Getty
10. Cori 'Coco' Gauff - $3.5 million
The 19-year-old American tennis star has seven WTA Tour singles titles, including a major at the 2023 US Open, and eight doubles titles. She has a reported net worth of $3.5 million. | Getty Images Photo: Getty
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