Roger Federer joins the "Billionaire Athletes Club".

(NLĐO) - Roger Federer, the legendary Swiss tennis player, has officially become the seventh athlete in history to possess a net worth exceeding $1 billion.

According to Forbes, Federer's wealth comes largely from endorsements, investments, and especially his stake in the On sportswear and footwear brand, which currently has a market value of nearly $15 billion.

During his 24-year career, the Swiss player Federer won 20 Grand Slam titles and 103 ATP titles, earning nearly $131 million in prize money. However, his enormous income from outside the court reached approximately $1 billion, making him a sports "billionaire."

With his elegant and sophisticated style, Federer has become a golden face in the eyes of global brands such as Rolex, Mercedes-Benz, Lindt, and Credit Suisse. In 2018, he attracted attention when he parted ways with Nike to sign a 10-year, $300 million contract with Uniqlo.

Federer joins the club of billionaire athletes in the world of sports (Photo: Forbes)

However, Federer's most successful venture was becoming a shareholder and brand ambassador for On. His stake is estimated to be worth over $375 million, solidifying his place on the list of billionaires in the world of sports.

In addition, Federer co-founded Team8, a management company, and the Laver Cup, which provides him with a steady income. The former Swiss tennis player also invested in a plant-based food startup, currently valued at $1.5 billion.

At 44 years old, having retired in 2022, Federer still maintains a strong following of over 43 million people on social media.

He joined the club of billionaire athletes, a rare group that includes LeBron James, Tiger Woods, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Phil Mickelson, and Floyd Mayweather, all of whom have had combined net worth exceeding $1 billion.

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