Recently, Sportico released the list of the highest-paid female athletes in 2023, and one of the Chinese players ranked third in the world. This news is undoubtedly exciting, as it is a testament to the influence and popularity of Chinese female athletes in the international sports arena. The Chinese player's income mix is also quite distinctive, with tournament prize money accounting for only a small portion of his total income. So, who exactly is the identity of the Chinese player revealed?
When it comes to Chinese female athletes in the world sports arena, most people think of what comes to mindZhu TingThe name. As a superstar of the world women's volleyball team,Zhu TingOutstanding performance in the Italian league. However, in this income list, she does not appear. In fact, according to the current release of the top 10 highest-paid female athletes in 2023, almost all of them are withTennisSports-related. There is no doubt about itTennisAthletes are recognized as the highest earners in the world, and this phenomenon is particularly prominent in women's sports. Seven of the top 10 on the list are womenTennisThe athletes, Gauff, Swiatek, and RaDukaNu, Naomi Osaka,SabaLenka, Rybakina and Pegula. They earn more than competitors in other sports, and endorsement contracts have become an important part of their income.
ExceptTennisIn addition to the athletes, the other three players came fromSkiingGymnasticswithGolfThese are less well-known sports. GymnasticsPlayer Simon -ByersRanked ninth on the list with $8.5 million in revenue, andGolfAthlete Nelly Korda is tenth on the list, earning $7.9 million. And whereasSkiingIn this event, China's Gu Ailing managed to compete for the third place in the world with her outstanding results and unique charm, and her annual income reached 20 million US dollars, making her the only person from Africa in the top 10 of the listTennisContestants of the event.
Surprisingly, Gu Ailing's income only accounts for a very small part of the prize money, only 2$70,000, and the rest of the income comes from endorsement contracts. This is a very rare phenomenon. Why is this happening?This is related to:SkiingThe prize money of the tournament rarely matters. SkiingAs a winter sport, it's not likeTennisThat received widespread attention and support. Therefore,SkiingPlayers generally have low prize money, and it is almost impossible to become the highest-paid female player.
However, Gu Ailing broke this rule. She quickly rose to prominence by winning two gold medals at the Beijing Winter Olympics and became one of the most watched Chinese female athletes in the world of sports. This achievement has enabled her to be recognized and supported by many domestic businesses and won a large number of endorsement contracts. It is this series of factors that allows Gu Ailing to rank third in the list even with less prize money.
Looking back on Gu Ailing's career, her success has not come easily. As a loved one since childhoodSkiingGu Ailing showed outstanding talent and perseverance at a young age. With her perseverance in training and endless hard work, she has achieved excellent results in national and international competitions. Over time, she gradually rose to prominence and became ChinaSkiingA core member of the team. However, it was the Beijing Winter Olympics that really took her to the global stage. It was a challenging andStressThe event not only exercised her physical fitness and competitive skills, but also won her the recognition and love of countless fans around the world.
After the Beijing Winter Olympics, Gu Ailing's name became internationally famous. She became ChinaSportsOne of the most iconic athletes of all time, known as:SkiingThe illustrious queen of the world. Her success is not only due to her outstanding performance on the field, but also to her positive image andAdvertisementEndorsement campaigns. With her unique and charming appearance and energetic personality, she has won the love and favor of many brands. She became a multiplier businessmanAdvertisementIt has promoted various industries and products through endorsement activities. As a role model for contemporary women, Gu Ailing has set an example for young people with her strong and confident image, so that more people will love winter sports.
To sum up, the announcement of the list of the highest-paid female athletes in 2023 shows us the influence and strength of Chinese female athletes in the international sports arena. Gu Ailing is the only non-Chinese player in the top 10TennisPlayers, known for their excellenceSkiingTechnology and glamorous image have won global attention and respect. Her success is not only the result of personal efforts, but also of ChinaSportsThe pride of the cause. I hope that in the future, more and more Chinese female athletes will be able to achieve better results on the international stage and add glory to our country.