US Open: Top 10 Wealthiest Tennis Players Ever

What a summer it’s been for tennis, with emotional highlights like Andy Murray playing his final competitive matches at the Olympic Games and Wimbledon.

However, the season is far from over, with Novak Djokovic aiming to defend his title and Carlos Alcaraz hoping to improve on his semi-final finish from last year. The highest-seeded UK player for this tournament is Jack Draper, but when looking at net worth, some of the sport’s legendary figures surpass all.

Here’s a look at where the big names in tennis, both past and present, rank on the top ten rich list:

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Ion Tiriac – $2.2 billion (£1.6 billion)

The richest player in tennis history is Ion Tiriac, who initially was an ice hockey player, making an appearance at the 1964 Winter Olympic Games. Ion played professional tennis for Romania between 1968 and 1979 during which he gained a major title – the French Open in 1970.

Although he may not have as many Grand Slams to his name, Ion has amassed his huge fortune through his entrepreneurial career, founding what would become UniCredit Bank Romania in 1991. Forbes lists Ion as the third-richest person in all of Romania.

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Roger Federer – $550 million (£429 million)

Roger Federer may no longer be actively competing in the sport, but he continues to benefit from his impressive career, which saw him win 20 Grand Slam titles. He has amassed the third-highest amount of prize money in the sport, trailing only Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal. Alongside his prize money, Federer has earned significantly from endorsements and his real estate portfolio.

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Serena Williams – $340 million (£257 million)

Serena Williams, often hailed as one of the greatest athletes of her generation, retired from tennis in 2022. With numerous grand slam victories and deals with top brands like Nike, Serena has also launched her own range of sports apparel, contributing substantially to her net worth.

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Novak Djokovic – $240 million (£1.8 million)

Novak Djokovic, currently ranked number one in all-time winnings, is determined to retain his US Open title, which will add to his prize fund. Apart from prize money, Djokovic has secured lucrative brand endorsements, significantly boosting his net worth.

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Rafael Nadal – $220 million (£173 million)

Rafael Nadal is a beloved figure among tennis fans. Known as the King of Clay, his significant success at tournaments like Roland Garros and his passion for the sport have helped him build a substantial fortune.

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Maria Sharapova – $220 million (£173 million)

Former world No.1 Maria Sharapova retired in February 2020 but remains synonymous with tennis. Winning 36 titles, including five major ones, Sharapova has also established her own sweets company, Sugarpova, contributing to her wealth.

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Pete Sampras – $150 million (£113 million)

Pete Sampras may have been out of competitive tennis for years, but he was the world number-one at the time of his retirement. With 14 Grand Slam titles and 64 tournament titles, Sampras has secured his place among the wealthiest tennis players.

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Andre Agassi – $145 million (£109 million)

Andre Agassi’s first major win came at Wimbledon in 1992, and he enjoyed considerable success in the 1990s. His victory in the 1994 US Championship as the third non-seed to win further cemented his legacy.

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Steffi Graf – $145 million (£109 million)

Steffi Graf, Andre Agassi’s wife, matches his net worth. With 22 Grand Slam titles and being ranked as the world’s number one for a record 377 consecutive weeks, Graf has earned her spot among the tennis elite.

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Andy Murray – $100 million (£75 million)

Andy Murray has stepped back from the limelight, but the Scottish tennis ace has amassed a significant fortune from his on-court successes. He now co-owns a hotel with his wife, Kim, and enjoys a comfortable retirement.

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