SERENA WILLIAMS NET WORTH TIMELINE (2016 TO 2026): INSIDE.HER TENNIS EARNINGS, BRAND DEALS, AND GROWING BUSINESS EMPIRE

Serena Williams did more than win tennis matches. She turned her success into a powerful money journey. From prize money to business deals, Serena built her wealth step by step. Between 2016 and today, her net worth grew through tennis wins, brand deals, and smart investments.

This timeline looks at how her money story changed over the years.

Serena Williams early money growth from 2016 to 2018

In 2016, Serena Williams was already one of the richest athletes in the world. Forbes listed her net worth at around $160 million. Most of her money came from Grand Slam prize money and big brand deals with Nike, Gatorade, and Wilson.

In 2017, Serena won the Australian Open while pregnant. Even though she played fewer matches later that year, her income stayed strong.

Bloomberg reported her net worth rising close to $180 million, mainly from endorsements.

In 2018, Serena made her comeback to tennis and became involved in new brand activities, amongst them, fashion partnerships. Forbes estimated that her net worth was around $200 million at the time.

Serena Williams business moves from 2019 to 2021

From 2019, Serena focused more on business. She launched Serena Ventures, investing in women-led and minority-owned startups.

CNBC confirmed she invested in companies like Lyft and SurveyMonkey.

In 2020, even with limited tennis due to the pandemic, Serena earned well through endorsements and business roles. Forbes estimated her net worth at about $225–240 million.

By 2021, she had invested in over 50 startups. Bloomberg reported her net worth moving closer to $260 million, driven more by business than tennis.

Serena Williams retirement shift from 2022 to 2024

Serena Williams made her declaration in 2022 that she was “evolving away” from tennis post the US Open.

Forbes revealed, that year, her net worth having already achieved about $290 million, thus, she became the richest female athlete in history.

Being an active person in business, celebrity and fashion scenes, she was active even more in 2023 and 2024. CNBC and People shared her being engaged with Serena Ventures, brand campaigns, and public appearances as ongoing work.

Serena Williams net worth status heading into 2025 and 2026

Serena Williams net worth is reported to be beyond the $290 million mark. In 2024, People reported Serena making public appearances, supporting women-focused investments, and attending major sports events.

For now, Serena Williams remains one of the richest and smartest athletes ever, built on facts, not guesses.

- Sehjal Gupta

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FELIX BAUMGARTNER, THE MAN WHO JUMPED FROM THE STRATOSPHERE, DIES: CAUSE OF DEATH AND NET WORTH

Felix Baumgartner, famous for having jumped from the stratosphere, died this Thursday after suffering an accident.

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Felix Baumgartner, the famous Austrian who gained worldwide fame in 2012 after jumping from the stratosphere, died this Thursday, July 17. The athlete’s death was confirmed by his family. Here is everything we know about his passing.

How did Felix Baumgartner die?

According to reports, Baumgartner suffered a paragliding accident in Porto Sant’Elpidio, Italy, where he was vacationing. Around 4:00 p.m. local time, the athlete was flying along the Adriatic coast when he suddenly began to feel unwell, causing him to lose control of the glider and plummet in a free fall.

The impact occurred in a hotel pool, where he struck a woman who was injured in the incident. She was assisted by paramedics and taken to a hospital, where her condition is reported to be stable. As for Baumgartner, reports indicate that he was already deceased at the time of the impact.

How old was Felix Baumgartner?

At the time of his death, the athlete was 56 years old.

Felix Baumgartner’s jump from the stratosphere

Thirteen years ago, Felix Baumgartner performed one of the most impressive feats ever witnessed: he jumped in free fall from the stratosphere, over 39,000 meters high, above the desert of Roswell, New Mexico, USA. This achievement, which pushed the boundaries of science and human endurance, was made possible thanks to a specially designed pressurized suit and a capsule that ascended with the help of a helium balloon to the upper layers of the atmosphere.

After opening the hatch, the Austrian jumped into the void and, within seconds, broke the sound barrier, reaching a speed of 1,342 kilometers per hour. With this mission, he not only became the first person to break the sound barrier without mechanical assistance, but also set several world records, including the highest jump in history.

The feat, sponsored by Red Bull and named “Stratos,” was broadcast live worldwide and captivated millions of viewers. It represented not only a personal triumph for Baumgartner, but also a significant milestone in aerospace research and our understanding of the human body in extreme conditions.

What was Felix Baumgartner’s net worth?

Felix Baumgartner’s net worth was estimated at $5 million.

MARK WALTER ID THE NEW LOS ANGELES LAKERS MAJORITY OWNER

 

Meet Mark Walter — The New Power Behind the Lakers 💼🏀

Mark Walter, billionaire CEO of TWG Global and co-founder of Guggenheim Partners, just made history with a $10 billion deal to acquire majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers.

Already a major player in sports, Walter also owns stakes in:

🏀 NBA’s Los Angeles Lakers

⚾ Los Angeles Dodgers

⚽ Chelsea FC

🏀 WNBA’s L.A. Sparks

With a $325B investment empire behind him, Walter is quickly becoming one of the most influential owners in global sports.

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ERLING HAALAND'S NET WORTH AND WHAT HE'LL HAVE EARNED ONCE RECORD MAN CITY CONTRACT ENDS

Erling Haaland's life of luxury just got a whole lot more comfortable (Image: Getty Images)

Erling Haaland has put pen to paper on a nine-and-a-half-year deal at the Etihad Stadium, which is set to cost Manchester City an eye-watering total sum by 2034

Erling Haaland will have earned at the very least £260million by the time his new nine-and-a-half-year contract ends.

The 24-year-old Norwegian striker has dominated English football since his arrival in a £51.2m deal in 2022, making his way to the Etihad Stadium from Borussia Dortmund. Under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, Haaland has scored 111 goals in 126 appearances for Manchester City, lifting two Premier League titles, an FA Cup and a Champions League - with hopes of filling his trophy cabinet more in the coming years.

And while there has been speculation of interest from La Liga giants Real Madrid as of late, Haaland has confirmed that his heart is set in the north west of England, penning a new near decade-long deal which will keep him as a Cityzen until the end of the 2033/34 campaign.

And while there has been speculation of interest from La Liga giants Real Madrid as of late, Haaland has confirmed that his heart is set in the north west of England, penning a new near decade-long deal which will keep him as a Cityzen until the end of the 2033/34 campaign.

Meanwhile, the contract also reportedly saw any existing release clauses removed, although a new one will come into effect from 2029. It is expected that Haaland will see a massive increase on his current £375,000-per-week salary, rising to in the region of £500,000 weekly - and that's before bonuses.

This will see Haaland approximately rack up an astonishing £260m pre-tax by the time that his contract expires in 2034, given that his pay is also reported to be backdated to the start of the current Premier League campaign. In terms of his wage being broken down, £500k-a-week translates to £71,428-a-day or £2,976 per hour.

Add the substantial sum over the next 10 years to the reported £32m ($40) net worth Haaland boasts at present and he should have a bank balance well into the nine figures. And that's also excluding endorsements and performance bonuses which come incredibly frequently to stars of his calibre.

According to Forbes, Haaland has worked with the likes of Nike, EA, Breitling, Dolce and Gabbana and Midea over the years - each boosting his bank balance further with lucrative sponsorships. Speaking on his new contract, he said: "I am really happy to have signed my new contract and to be able to look forward to spending even more time at this great Club.

"Manchester City is a special club, full of fantastic people with amazing supporters and it’s the type of environment that helps bring the best out of everybody. I also want to thank Pep, his coaching staff, my teammates and everyone at the club as they have all helped me so much in the past couple of years.

"They have made this such a special place to be and now I am City no matter what. Now I want to keep developing, keep working to get better and look to do my best to try and help us achieve more success going forward."

- Aaron Morris

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