Forbes.com: World's Highest-Paid Athletes
No. 8 David Beckham
Total earnings: $46 million
Salary/winnings: $9 million
Endorsements: $37 million
Beckham re-signed with the Los Angeles Galaxy of MLS in January for two years in what is likely to be the last player contract for the 37-year-old. But Beckham shows no sign of slowing down off the pitch. Recent additions to his endorsement portfolio include Burger King, Sainsbury's and Samsung. Sponsors are eager for a piece of Beckham, especially after he was named one of the ambassadors of the 2012 London Olympics. He also launched his Bodywear line in 2012 with H&M as a partner. Beckham plans to exercise his option to buy an MLS franchise at a discount when his playing career is finished. (AP Photo)
Salary/winnings: $9 million
Endorsements: $37 million
Beckham re-signed with the Los Angeles Galaxy of MLS in January for two years in what is likely to be the last player contract for the 37-year-old. But Beckham shows no sign of slowing down off the pitch. Recent additions to his endorsement portfolio include Burger King, Sainsbury's and Samsung. Sponsors are eager for a piece of Beckham, especially after he was named one of the ambassadors of the 2012 London Olympics. He also launched his Bodywear line in 2012 with H&M as a partner. Beckham plans to exercise his option to buy an MLS franchise at a discount when his playing career is finished. (AP Photo)
