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[Saba Sports News] As 2024 has begun, media outlets have compiled data on the earnings of global athletes from the previous year, and the results are not much different from what was expected. Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, continues to top the rankings, earning 260 million, a figure that far surpasses other athletes, highlighting Ronaldo′s immense influence and commercial value in the global sports arena. It is reported that Ronaldo′s income mainly comes from two aspects: salary and endorsements. He receives a very high salary at Al Nassr, amounting to 215 million, which constitutes the majority of his total income. As a globally recognized football player, he has numerous brand endorsements that provide him with additional revenue. The author believes that Ronaldo’s leading position in the global athlete earnings list is attributed not only to his exceptional football skills and wide recognition but also to his strong commercial value and market appeal.