5 of the richest swimmers in the world – net worths, ranked: from Michael Phelps and Katie Ledecky to Sarah Sjöström – but who holds the record for most Olympic gold medals in a single Games?
- Setting lightning-quick lap times in the pool and finding Olympic glory can translate to millions in the bank, as these 5 wealthy swimmers show – but it takes more than athletic prowess
- Since retiring, Phelps has partnered with Omega, Under Armour and Beats by Dre, while Caeleb Dressel has worked with Speeda, Toyota and Coca-Cola
They’ve given up much of their lives to spend hours in the water, putting their bodies through gruelling training sessions in the hopes that they can beat records and be among the world’s best swimmers.
But as well as achieving Olympic and World Championship glory, some particularly talented swimmers get to enjoy another benefit: a rewarding bank balance. While ascending to the dizzying heights of their chosen sport, many notable swimmers cash in on their personal brand to do endorsements for big-name companies – some even manage to turn their hand to investing and entrepreneurship. And, after retirement, they might start a new career as motivational speakers, commentators or entertainers, all of which continue to pad their wallets long after they swim their last lap.
Here are five of the richest swimmers in the world right now, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
5. Caeleb Dressel
Estimated net worth: US$5 million
His endorsements include deals with Speedo, Toyota, Hershey’s and Coca Cola, per Sportskeeda. Dressel is married to his high school sweetheart Meghan; the two welcomed their first child together earlier this year.
4. Katie Ledecky
Estimated net worth: US$5 million
Adding to her medal count is the Presidential Medal of Freedom that US President Joe Biden recently awarded her with. “I know this is a national kind of award, but to me it feels almost local. I get to come home for this for a couple of days. This is my community,” Ledecky commented, per the New York Post.