Usain Bolt net worth: How much is Bolt worth after hanging up his running spikes?

Usain Bolt is the one of the most famous sportsmen of all time.

The eight-time gold medal Olympian is a true sporting legend and one of the most popular figures of the generation.

He achievements on the track have made him Mr Athletics as the best 100 and 200m sprinter at three separate Olympics.

So how much is the superstar worth?

Usain Bolt net worth?

According to Forbes, as of last year, Bolt was worth around £47m with the majority of that made up from endorsements including his PUMA sponsoship.

He is said to take in a stunning £23.2m a year in endorsements but only £1.7m from race wins.

That is partially down to athletes not getting paid for Olympic and Common Wealth Games victories.

And with Diamond League money prize money averaging at £8,000 a race Bolt has moved to capitalise on his profile.

Sponsor breakdown

Puma – £7,750,000 a year

Gatorade – £2-3,000,000 a year (plus a bonus every time he’s pictured drinking it)

Visa – £500,000+

Virgin Media – £2,000,000

Digicel – £100,000

Soul Electronics – £100,000

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