Rory McIlroy ahead of Andy Murray and Pogba in young sportspersons' rich list - Sunday Times

ByReuters

Published 12/05/2018 at 08:52 GMT

Former world No 1 golfer Rory McIlroy is the richest young sportsperson in Britain and Ireland with a net worth of £110million, according to the Sunday Times newspaper's Rich List.

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy during the third round

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McIlroy's earnings have been boosted by his return to form in recent weeks, which saw him emerge as one of the contenders at the U.S. Masters before finishing tied for fifth.

Last year, the 29-year-old signed two 10-year endorsement deals worth $100 million each, with sportswear brand Nike and club manufacturer TaylorMade.

Tennis player Andy Murray is second in the rankings, with the Scot's wealth estimated at £83million.

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Andy Murray of Great Britain plays a backhand in a warm-up session during day one at the 2018 Brisbane International at Pat Rafter Arena on December 31, 2017 in Brisbane, Australia.

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A relatively modest £6million increase on the three-times grand slam winner's valuation from 2017 reflects his absence from the court after suffering a hip injury at last year's Wimbledon.

Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale and Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero are in the third and fourth spots respectively.

British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua, who most recently earned £18million from his title bout with Joseph Parker, completes the top-five.