Top 10 richest tennis players of all-time

Many tennis players live luxurious lives and have high net worth.

Tennis is an expensive sport, demanding high-maintenance tennis courts and high-quality equipment. While this makes starting the sport initially challenging, succeeding in the sport is even tougher. India hasn’t produced a top-ranked singles player in decades. Sumit Nagal, India’s top-ranked singles athlete, has not entered the top-50 rankings so far in his career.

However, the grind in the early years bears fruit later. Playing Grand Slams is a massive source of revenue, with the reward increasing with every round. A tennis player’s net worth is not only determined by their on-court performance but also by how influential and popular they are off the court.

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In today’s digital world, those with excellent social media reach thrive. More sponsors approach those with brilliant views and impressions on apps like Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). On that note, let’s take a look at the ten richest tennis players.

10. John McEnroe – $100 Million

Despite playing in an era unlike the current one where players earn in lakhs, John McEnroe has been active even after retiring from the sport. Having won seven Grand Slams during his career, the American has earned extremely well in his role as a commentator, and is also a reputed speaker and tennis expert. Reportedly, McEnroe also owns several properties with his wife, Patty Smyth.

9. Pete Sampras – $160 Million

14-time Grand Slam champion and one of America’s best, Pete Sampras is an obvious addition to this list. The American was highly sought after by brands and broke sponsorship records in the late 1990s and early 2000s. He was roped in by leading multinational companies like Nike, Wilson, and Movado. After retirement, the American is known to have earned a fortune from his investments in real estate.

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8. Andy Murray – $165 Million

United Kingdom’s finest tennis player, Andy Murray is one of the most marketable tennis players and one of the richest athletes despite winning only 3 Grand Slams. Murray is a highly likeable individual and captured the hearts of several fans during his career, and was the face of several companies. He claimed more than $63 million as prize money during his career and owns and operates a luxury country house hotel in Scotland along with his wife, Kim.

7. Andre Agassi – $175 Million

As one of tennis’ biggest stars during his prime, Andre Agassi enjoyed a status akin to that of a Hollywood superstar, frequently mingling with A-listers and famously marrying actress Brooke Shields before their highly publicized divorce. Known for his cautious approach to investments, the 8-time Grand Slam winner steadily grew his net worth in retirement through smart financial decisions.

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6. Maria Sharapova – $220 million

Maria Sharapova finished her career as the third highest WTA earner with a prize pool of $39 million in prize money. Incredibly, the Russian earned nearly $300 million more off the court, placing her as the highest-paid female athlete in the world for 11 consecutive years. Sharapova recently invested in Public.com and the crypto firm MoonPay while also securing a board seat with the fashion company Moncler Group.

5. Rafael Nadal – $220 million

The ‘King of Clay’ and 22-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal is a fan favorite. The Spaniard struck a massive deal with Nike and has also been an ambassador for Kia Motors since 2006. Moreover, announced that he would become an investor in racquet sports booking company Playtomic in April 2024. In June 2020, following his triumph at the French Open, Rafael Nadal’s career earnings (endorsements + winnings) officially crossed $500 million.

4. Novak Djokovic – $250 million

The most successful tennis player in the history of the sport, Novak Djokovic, has won 24 Grand Slams and stands at 99 career titles as of February 2025. While the Serbian might not be the most liked due to which he has enjoyed limited partnerships, it has added to his exclusivity and value to the brands he does work with.

The 37-year-old Novak Djokovic has secured commercial partnerships with Asics, Head, Hublot, Lacoste, Lemero, NetJets, Peugeot, Raiffeisen Bank International, and Ultimate Software Group. In 2023, his custom tennis shoes developed with Asics became one of the best on the market.

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3. Serena Williams – $320 Million

As of February 2025, America’s greatest female sportsperson has amassed a net worth of $320 million. Serena Williams retired from tennis in 2022, pocketing $95 million in prize money. That means she’s made nearly three times as much, or $245 million, off the court. Early in 2024, the American launched the Wyn Beauty cosmetics line to add to her many business interests.

2. Roger Federer – $550 million

Roger Federer has been the most loved and aesthetic player, a trait which has attracted him several deals over the years. Federer has a sponsor portfolio that is unmatched in the sports world. The biggest deal in his stable is Japanese apparel brand Uniqlo, which locked him up in 2018 under a ten-year $300 million.

The Swiss maestro has won $130 million in prize money in his career, but this amount pales in comparison to his off-court earnings from appearances and endorsements.

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1. Ion Tiriac – $1.2 billion

Ion Tiriac is the wealthiest tennis player, much to the surprise of many. The bulk of his fortune comes from his business endeavors, the Ion Tiriac Bank, founded by Tiraic, which is the first private bank in post-Communist Romania.

The Romanian currently leads Tiriac Group, a diversified conglomerate with interests in real estate, automotive, financial services, and other sectors. Tiriac’s considerable wealth is reflected in his extensive collection of over 400 cars and motorcycles.

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