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UFC Star Conor McGregor Challenges Tiger Woods & Michael Jordan as He Enters Elite List: “Working for the Top Spot”

Published 03/10/2023, 9:25 AM EST

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Conor McGregor has undoubtedly become the face of MMA. The Irish fighter has taken UFC and MMA to a whole new level since his debut. From delivering a 13-second knockout to becoming a double champ, McGregor has given UFC fans plenty of moments to remember. It is clear that his adventures in the ring have had their effects on his bank balance and net worth as well. The Irishman has been quickly rising the ranks of top-earning sportsmen.

Ever since his boxing debut against Floyd Mayweather, ‘The Notorious’ is making big cash for every fight he has fought.

Conor McGregor joins the list of highest-earning athletes

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With a lifetime earning of $615 million, he has made it to the 33rd spot on the list of the highest-earning sportsmen of all time. McGregor‘s rise to financial success can be attributed to his success in the octagon, along with his business ventures outside of the sport.

 

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The list of the 50 highest-paid athletes of all time is an illustrious one with big names. Some names on the list are Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, and Floyd Mayweather, occupying the top spots. While McGregor‘s net worth pales in comparison to the likes of Jordan and Woods, it is still a remarkable achievement, considering he has only been a professional fighter for a little over a decade.

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Conor McGregor recently shared the story on his Instagram. With the story, he wrote, “nice, working for the top spot”.

McGregor returns to action in 2023

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Conor McGregor has been out of action since 2021. He suffered a horrific leg break in his fight against Dustin Poirier. The former double-division champ has now decided to make a triumphant return to the UFC and reclaim his spot at the top. His upcoming fight with Michael Chandler, scheduled for later this year, has fans excited about his return to the octagon.

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Chandler, a former Bellator champion, is a formidable opponent for McGregor. A win against him could be the start of McGregor‘s journey back to the top.

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Conor McGregor‘s inclusion on the list of the highest-earning sportsmen of all time is a remarkable achievement; considering his relatively short career in the sport. His success in the octagon, coupled with his business ventures outside of the sport, has made him one of the wealthiest athletes in the world.

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Sushant Sharma

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Sushant is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. He has been actively contributing to the field of writing for over 2 years. He is a huge UFC fan and has been following it since 2016.
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