Forbes is out with its annual list of the world’s Top 10 highest-paid athletes of 2021.
UFC’s Conor McGregor leads the way with $180 million in earnings over the last 12 months.
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Barcelona soccer star Lionel Messi came in at #2 bringing in $130 million followed by another soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo with $120 million.
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott claimed the 4th spot with $107 million.
LeBron James came in at #5, raking in $96.5 million.