Carlos Alcaraz Surpasses Novak Djokovic as Highest-Paid Tennis Star in 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Olympic gold medalist Novak Djokovic has been dethroned as the highest-paid tennis player, with young Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz taking the lead in 2024 earnings. Alcaraz, just 21 years old, has amassed an impressive £32 million ($42.3 million) this year, surpassing Djokovic's previous record. The rising star has solidified his status by winning two major titles in 2024, including the Australian Open and Wimbledon, bringing his total Grand Slam victories to four. While Djokovic's on-court earnings of £9.24 million ($12.2 million) slightly exceed Alcaraz's, the latter's off-court income has significantly boosted his overall earnings. Alcaraz's off-court revenue stands at £24.23 million ($32 million), while Djokovic's off-court earnings total £18.9 million, leaving him trailing by £4 million. This shift in financial rankings highlights the growing marketability of younger players in the sport. Coco Gauff, at just 20 years old, is also making waves in the tennis world, ranking among the top earners. Her rise began in 2023 with a US Open title and continued with a share of the French Open doubles title this year. Gauff's popularity has soared, leading to her selection as the USA's flag-bearer alongside LeBron James. Following the top three earners, Iga Swiatek ranks fourth with £20 million ($26.7 million), Jannik Sinner fifth with £20 million ($26.6 million), and Rafael Nadal sixth with £17.6 million ($23.3 million).