Cycling Rich List 2026: 10 highest paid riders in the world
July 27, 2026
It’s one of the most gruelling sports there is, with top cyclists carrying out superhuman feats as part of their daily job, but if you manage to become one of the world’s top cyclists then you are richly rewarded.
While the prize money on offer doesn’t match the likes of tennis or golf, Tadej Pogačar still earnt over €500,000 for winning this year’s Tour de France.
Unlike many sports, these competitors earn the majority of their cash from being paid a salary by their racing team – a figure they can then bolster with money-spinning advertising and sponsorship deals, personal appearances and shrewd investments. THE SCOTSMAN
