Roger Federer set to become first 'billionaire' player in history of tennis

Roger Federer, who is currently World .3 in men's singles, is one of greatest tennis players to have ever graced court. He has reigned supreme t only in terms of his achievements and records but also in terms of his earnings. In se terms, Federer is all set to cross yet ar milestone. Swiss legend is all set to break into billionaire club in 2020.

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According to a latest Forbes report, Roger Federer’s annual earnings in 2019 were greater than in 2018. It jumped to $93.4 million, while it was $77.2 million in 2018. Swiss international will join an elite group of billionaires which already includes likes of Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerburg. Hw will also become first 'billionaire' player in history of tennis.

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Roger Federer’s stocks are still increasing even at end of his career. Hence, re would be surprise if he enters billionaires’ club soon. According to Forbes, Roger Federer ranked fourth in list of highest-paid athletes in last decade, earning $680 million.

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What are Roger Federer’s income sources?

current World .3 will break into $100 million mark in annual earnings for first time with his increasing sponsorships and prize money. He has been winning prize money for a long time w. He has also restarted  trend of exhibition tours which is a ready stream of finance. His recent South American tour was reportedly worth at least $10 million. Meanwhile, he signed a contract in 2018 with Japanese apparel brand Uniqlo. company pays him $30 million annually.

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