Sport

Two new billionaires lead a starting 11 that collectively hauled in an estimated $950 million in the 12 months leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

When asked about reports that LIV Golf’s loss of funding may result in a premature end to the 2026 season, O’Neil told CNBC that LIV Golf players, management and advisers are “locked in.”

Ronaldo has earned more during his playing career than any athlete in history and now enters the World Cup as the world’s newest billionaire, alongside Lionel Messi.

If you didn’t know who Tim Payne was, you’re about to. The Wellington Phoenix defender has become an overnight internet sensation after a social media campaign set out to make him the tournament’s biggest star.

See Forbes’ 2026 list of the world’s most valuable soccer teams, led by two Spanish rivals and featuring 11 clubs from England’s Premier League in the ranking’s top 30.

The Knicks are in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, drawing high demand for seats inside Madison Square Garden.

The business of women’s sports is growing fast, but media rights revenues still pale in comparison with major men’s leagues, holding back salaries.

See Forbes’ 2026 list of the world’s highest-paid athletes, featuring a record payday by Cristiano Ronaldo, plus nine other sports stars who made at least $100 million.

Professional golfers lead complicated financial lives, with prize money, endorsements, taxes owed to multiple states, and expenses ranging from travel to caddies.

The Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club’s Team Australia will challenge for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup.