The 20 Richest Olympians in the World

The Top 20 Richest Olympians in the World

Below are the 20 richest Olympians of all time, as of 2021. We’ve used figures from Celebrity Net Worth, and Forbes, to create this compilation.

20. Brian Boitano

Net Worth: $18 Million 

Brian Anthony Boitano is an American figure skater from Sunnyvale, California. Boitano is the 1988 Olympic champion and the 1985-1988 U.S National Champion. 

As of 2021, Brian Boitano’s net worth is roughly $18 million. 

19. Zara Tindall

Net Worth: $20 Million

Zara Tindall is a British Olympian, and she is the daughter of Princess Anne and Mark Phillips. She is the 17th line of succession to the British throne, and in 2012 she carried an Olympic flame at Cheltenham Racecourse on her horse Toytown. 

Zara Tindall’s net worth is estimated to be $20 million, making her the 19th richest Olympian in the world. 

18. Ray Bourque

Net Worth: $20 Million

Ray Bourque is a Canadian former professional hockey player. Bourque holds many records for most goals, assists, and points as a defenceman in the NHL. 

As of 2021, Ray Bourque’s net worth is approximately $20 million. 

17. Oksana Baiul

Net Worth: $20 Million

Oksana Baiul is a Ukrainian former figure skater. She is the 1993 World champion and the 1994 Olympic champion. Baiul is the first Olympic champion of independent Ukraine in any sports. 

Oksana Baiul’s net worth is $20 million, making her the 17th richest Olympian on the list. 

16. Mark Spitz

Net Worth: $20 Million

Mark Spitz is an American former swimmer and a nine-time Olympic champion. Spitz set a new world record in all seven events in which he competed in 1972. 

 As of 2021, Mark Spitz’s net worth is estimated to be roughly $20 million. 

15. Jennifer Katharine Gates

Net Worth: $20 Million

Jennifer Katharine Gates is the eldest child of the billionaire couple Melinda Gates and Bill Gates. She has participated at several horse-riding tournaments professionally. Gates is an animal lover and often dedicates a lot of her time to animal welfare initiatives. 

Jennifer Katharine Gates’ net worth is $20 million, making her the 15th richest Olympian on the list. 

14. Jan Ullrich

Net Worth: $20 Million

Jan Ullrich is a German former professional road bicycle racer. He won gold and silver medals in the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney. He retired in 2007 and is since then known for being one of the greatest bicycle racers of all time. 

As of 2021, Jan Ullrich’s net worth is $20 million. 

13. Eddy Merckx

Net Worth: $20 Million

Eddy Merckx is a Belgian former professional road and tracks bicycle racer who is widely seen as the most successful rider in the history. Merckx victories include eleven Grand Tours, five Monuments and three World Championships.

Eddy Merckx’s net worth is approximately $20 million, making him the 13th richest Olympian in the world. 

12. Chantal Sutherland

Net Worth: $20 Million

Chantal Sutherland is a Canadian television personality, model and jockey in North American Thoroughbred horse racing. Sutherland is best known for her appearance on the reality show, ‘Jockeys’ on Animal Planet. 

As of 2021, Chantal Sutherland’s net worth is $20 million. 

11. Carl Lewis

Net Worth: $20 Million

Carl Lewis is an American former track and field Olympian who has won nine Olympic gold medals and one Olympic silver medal. Lewis is one of only three athletes who has won a gold medal in the same individual event in four consecutive Olympic Games.

Carl Lewis’ net worth is estimated to be $20 million, making him the 11th richest Olympian on the list.

10. Scott Hamilton

Net Worth: $30 Million

Scott Hamilton is a retired American figure skater and Olympic gold medalist. Hamilton has won four U.S championships, four World Championships and a gold medal in the 1984 Olympics. 

As of 2021, Scott Hamilton’s net worth is approximately $30 million.

9. Alan Pascoe

Net Worth: $30 Million

Alan Pascoe is a British former athlete who gained success in hurdles. Pascoe has been very successful in events marketing and consulting. 

Alan Pascoe’s net worth is roughly $30 million, making him the 9th richest Olympian in the world.

8. Shaun White

Net Worth: $40 Million

Shaun White is an American professional snowboarder, musician, and skateboarder. White is a three-time Olympic gold medalist. He also holds the record for the most X-Games gold medals and most Olympic gold medals by a snowboarder. 

As of 2021, Shaun White’s net worth is estimated to be $40 million.

7. Greg LeMond

Net Worth: $40 Million

Greg LeMond is an American former professional road racing cyclist who won the Road Race World Championship. LeMond is considered to be the greatest American cyclist in history. 

Greg LeMond’s net worth is roughly $40 million, making him the 7th richest Olympian in the world.

6. Shane Warne

Net Worth: $50 Million

Shane Warne is an Australian former cricketer and an ODI captain of the Australian national team. He was named one of the ‘Wisden Cricketer of the Year in the 1994 Wisden Cricketers Almanack. Warne is retired from all formats of cricket, since July 2013. 

As of 2021, Shane Warne’s net worth is estimated to be $50 million.

5. Lance Armstrong

Net Worth: $50 Million

Lance Armstrong is an American retired professional road racing cyclist. Armstrong gained recognition at the age of 16 when he began competing as a triathlete and was a national sprint-course triathlon champion in 1989 and 1990. He is considered to be one of the best cyclists of all time. 

Lance Armstrong’s net worth is $50 million,  making him the 5th richest Olympian on the list.

4. Michael Phelps

Net Worth: $55 Million

Michael Phelps is an American retired swimmer and the most successful and most decorated Olympian in the history. Phelps holds numerous records in swimming and is considered to be one of the greatest swimmers. 

As of 2021, Michael Phelps’ net worth is estimated to be roughly $55 million.

3. Usain Bolt

Net Worth: $60 Million

Usain Bolt is a Jamaican retired sprinter and world record holder in the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 4 x 100 meters relay. Bolt is widely considered to be the best and fastest sprinter of all time. 

Usain Bolt’s net worth is roughly $60 million, making him the 3rd richest Olympian on the list.

2. Ivana Trump

Net Worth: $60 Million

Ivana Trump is a Czech former businesswoman and model, who was the first wife of Donald Trump. Trump was selected as an alternate on the Czechoslovak ski team during the 1972 Winter Olympics and has since then become very successful. 

Ivana Trump’s net worth is $60 million.

1. Caitlyn Jenner

Net Worth: $100 Million

Caitlyn Jenner is an American television personality and retired Olympic gold medal-winning athlete. Jenner won the 1976 Olympics decathlon event in Montreal and she is considered to be the world’s greatest athlete. 

As of 2021, Caitlyn Jenner’s net worth is estimated to be roughly $100 million, making her the richest Olympian in the world.

Summary

Here’s a quick recap of the top 20 richest Olympians in the world:

1. Caitlyn Jenner
2. Ivana Trump
3. Usain Bolt
4. Michael Phelps
5. Lance Armstrong
6. Shane Warne
7. Greg LeMond
8. Shaun White
9. Alan Pascoe
10. Scott Hamilton
11. Carl Lewis
12. Chantal Sutherland
13. Eddy Merckx
14. Jan Ullrich
15. Jennifer Kathrine Gates
16. Mark Spitz
17. Oksana Baiul
18. Ray Bourque
19. Zara Phillips
20. Brian Boitano

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