Russian tennis star Maria
Sharapova topped Forbes highest paid athlete list for 11th
consecutive year by surpassing arch rival Serena Williams. With earnings of
$29.7 million, Maria is highest earning female sportsperson in the world. Interestingly,
$23 million out of $29.7 million comes from endorsements and appearances for
Sharapova while just $6.7 million are as sports prize money.
On overall list, she ranked at 26th
position where boxer Floyd Mayweather dominates with $300 million. Among tennis
players, Roger Federer is at top with $67 million.
Serena Williams who is one of
greatest female tennis player is at second position with $24.6 million, 47th
overall. Caroline Wozniacki is at 3rd with $14.6 million giving top
3 positions to Tennis. While, Nascar’s Danica Patrick at 4th with
$13.9 million. Tennis diva Ana Ivanovic completes top 5 list with $8.3 million
earnings during 2015.
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