While track and field may not offer NFL-sized paychecks, today’s top female stars have mastered the art of turning speed into serious wealth through savvy branding and multiple income streams. Here are the five richest women in the sport this year:
1: Faith Kipyegon ($5M net worth)
The Kenyan middle-distance queen dominates both the track and the bank with her historic 1500m/5000m world records and three Olympic golds. Her Nike partnership and World Championship bonuses (including new Olympic prize money) fuel her earnings, plus lucrative government incentives for her medal performances.
2: Allyson Felix ($4.5M)
Track’s most decorated sprinter (11 Olympic medals) now profits beyond the finish line. After clashing with Nike over maternity rights, she built her own shoe brand (Saysh) and maintains deals with Gatorade and Visa. Her advocacy for athlete mothers boosted her marketability post-retirement.
3: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce ($4M)
Jamaica’s “Pocket Rocket” accelerates her wealth through sprint dominance (5 World Championship golds) and endorsements from Nike and Digicel. Diversified with a hair business, real estate, and her foundation supporting young athletes.
4: Sha’Carri Richardson ($4M)
The flamboyant American sprinter’s 2023 World Championship win catapulted her into the big leagues. Nike, Sprite, and Beats by Dre pay premium for her viral appeal and unapologetic persona.
5: Sanya Richards-Ross
The retired sprint legend (4 Olympic golds) now scores in media as an NBC analyst and RHOA star. Her business empire includes training programs, book deals, and property investments with NFL husband Aaron Ross.
