A major boost to her on-court income came from her French Open triumph in June, which earned her roughly $8 million. However, the bulk of her earnings came away from competition, with endorsement deals accounting for approximately $25 million. Her partnerships span several global brands across sportswear, luxury, and technology sectors, placing her ahead of all other female athletes in off-court earnings for the year.
Close behind her is current world number one Aryna Sabalenka, who recorded earnings of about $30 million. Her income was driven by tournament success, including a US Open title, alongside sponsorship agreements with major international brands.
Third on the list is Polish tennis star Iga Świątek, a multiple-time major champion, who brought in an estimated $25.1 million. She is followed by freestyle skiing standout Eileen Gu with $23.1 million, while Chinese tennis player Qinwen Zheng rounds out the top five with earnings of $22.6 million. Despite an elbow injury that limited her time on court, Zheng’s commercial appeal remained strong, with endorsements forming the majority of her income.
Overall, the top 20 highest-earning female athletes generated a combined $293 million in 2025, representing a notable increase compared to the previous year. For the first time, 14 athletes crossed the $10 million earnings mark.
Tennis dominated the upper ranks, accounting for half of the top 10 earners. Other notable names included Madison Keys, who earned $13.4 million, while Naomi Osaka and Elena Rybakina each posted earnings of $12.5 million. Jessica Pegula also featured prominently with $12.3 million.
Gauff’s financial success reflects both her continued excellence on the court—including securing her second Grand Slam singles title—and her growing influence as a global sports and marketing icon.
Close behind her is current world number one Aryna Sabalenka, who recorded earnings of about $30 million. Her income was driven by tournament success, including a US Open title, alongside sponsorship agreements with major international brands.
Third on the list is Polish tennis star Iga Świątek, a multiple-time major champion, who brought in an estimated $25.1 million. She is followed by freestyle skiing standout Eileen Gu with $23.1 million, while Chinese tennis player Qinwen Zheng rounds out the top five with earnings of $22.6 million. Despite an elbow injury that limited her time on court, Zheng’s commercial appeal remained strong, with endorsements forming the majority of her income.
Overall, the top 20 highest-earning female athletes generated a combined $293 million in 2025, representing a notable increase compared to the previous year. For the first time, 14 athletes crossed the $10 million earnings mark.
Tennis dominated the upper ranks, accounting for half of the top 10 earners. Other notable names included Madison Keys, who earned $13.4 million, while Naomi Osaka and Elena Rybakina each posted earnings of $12.5 million. Jessica Pegula also featured prominently with $12.3 million.
Gauff’s financial success reflects both her continued excellence on the court—including securing her second Grand Slam singles title—and her growing influence as a global sports and marketing icon.
