The Richest Athletes in the World

Michael Schumacher, Net Worth: $800 Million

Michael Schumacher, German-born Formula One racer extraordinaire, is known for his winning smile, over-the-top kindness, and, of course, his vast sums of money. Schumacher is one of the winningest Formula One racers of all time; he has won seven World Championships and holds the record for most Grand Prix wins with ninety-one (the next closest contender won a mere fifty-three by comparison). In 2012 alone, Schumacher earned $20 million in winnings and $10 million in endorsements. Tragically, in 2013, the revered racer suffered a brain injury in a skiing accident and, despite his vast sums of wealth, hasn’t been the same since.