David Beckham has become the first Britain billionaire sportsman, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List, confirming his unprecedented financial milestone.
The combined wealth of Beckham and Victoria Beckham reached £1.185 billion ($1.583 billion), placing them second among the UK wealthiest sportspeople behind Bernie Ecclestone.
It is worth noting that the wealth of the Ecclestone was valued at £2 billion, maintaining their position at the top of the list compiled by the Sunday Times Rich List.
The former England star retired from the football in 2013 and co‑owns Inter Miami, valued at £1.07 billion, considered Major League Soccer’s most valuable club by estimators.
The 51‑year‑old also holds lucrative brand ambassador contracts with Adidas and Hugo Boss, adding significantly to his overall financial portfolio this year.
Beckham captained England and won Premier League and Champions League titles with Manchester United before playing for Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan and PSG.
The wealth of Victoria Beckham stems primarily from her fashion label, following her initial fame as a member of pop band The Spice Girls.
Lewis Hamilton, seven‑time Formula One champion, ranked fifth with £435 million, while Rory McIlroy, reigning Masters champion, was seventh with £325 million valuation.
Boxer Anthony Joshua placed eighth with £240 million, one position ahead of Tyson Fury, who ranked ninth with £162 million fortune this year.
Harry Kane and Andy Murray shared tenth place, each valued at £110 million, reflecting their respective football and tennis achievements across their careers.
Manchester United co‑owner Jim Ratcliffe’s fortune fell £1.85 billion to £15.194 billion, following INEOS valuation decline to £17 billion due to rising debt.
INEOS reported £515.7 million losses, with falling revenues contributing to Ratcliffe’s reduced standing on the overall Rich List this year.
Barry and Eddie Hearn joined Britain’s billionaire club, with combined wealth estimated at £1.035 billion, reflecting Matchroom Sport’s success in boxing, darts and snooker.
Barry Hearn founded Matchroom Sport, while Eddie Hearn serves as chairman, overseeing promotional activities across multiple sports including boxing, darts and snooker.
