Professional golfer Rory McIlroy boasts a higher net worth than boxer Anthony Joshua and soccer player Harry Kane, figures disclosed show.
Rory McIlroy Leaves Fellow British Athletes in the Dust on the Sunday Times Rich List
In a skyrocketing leap of net worth, Rory McIlroy now reigns supreme among British athletes, outshining Anthony Joshua and Harry Kane, according to the latest edition of the Sunday Times Rich List.
The Masters Champion has seen his wealth soar by a staggering £35 million, now boasting a cool £260 million in the bank. This dramatic increase catapulted him up 19 spots to claiming the 19th place overall. the first in Northern Ireland.
Anthony Joshua, the former world heavyweight champion, has slipped to 24th place with a fortune of £195 million, while England captain Harry Kane's £100 million fortune keeps him at No. 38 on the list.
The only other names from the sporting world included on the list were Andy Murray, with a net worth of £110 million, and McIlroy. The Sunday Times Rich List compiles its figures based on assets, including property, land, and significant stakes in publicly-listed companies, rather than bank accounts alone, so the golfer's actual wealth could be even higher.
McIlroy's wealth soared last month with his long-awaited Masters victory. This triumph not only gave him a career grand slam but also scored him a lucrative £3.15 million prize. His total PGA Tour prize money now surpasses £100 million.
McIlroy's stunning play-off victory over Justin Rose in the Masters saw him join an elite group of golfers with a career grand slam and hand him his fifth career major. However, he faces a challenging road ahead to defend his title after a disappointing opening round in the 107th US PGA Championship.
Meanwhile, the 350 individuals on the Sunday Times Rich List combined for an astonishing £772.8 billion, marking a three percent drop from last year's compilation. The list's compiler, journalist Robert Watts, emphasized the changing nature of the list, with a decreasing number of billionaires and a shift in where the world's super-rich are settling.
Many inspiring self-made entrepreneurs continue to build fortunes across various industries, from artificial intelligence and video games to more everyday items like makeup, radiators, and jogging bottoms. The Sunday Times Rich List is well-known for showcasing these individuals and the stories behind their successes.
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[1] McIlroy's career earnings - Rory McIlroy Earnings[2] Masters winnings - Masters purse[3] Net worth data point - Sunday Times Rich List 2025[4] Endorsement deals, assets, charitable efforts - Rory McIlroy Net Worth (Forbes)
Golf's monetary dominance in the world of sports is further highlighted as Rory McIlroy, the Masters Champion, secures the 19th spot on the Sunday Times Rich List, with a incredible net worth of £260 million. It is noteworthy that this list encompasses figures from sports-analysis, and McIlroy shares the accolade of being the only other sports figure besides Andy Murray, both excelling in golf.
