David Beckham Becomes Britain's First Billionaire Sportsman

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LONDON: Former England captain David Beckham has made history as Britain's first billionaire sportsman, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.

The collective wealth of Beckham and his wife, Victoria Beckham, has crossed a staggering £1.185 billion ($1.6 billion), more than doubling their estimated £500 million fortune from the previous year.

This meteoric financial surge was primarily driven by Beckham's astute investments in the United States, specifically his ownership stake in Major League Soccer franchise Inter Miami CF, which saw its valuation skyrocket following the high-profile arrival of football icon Lionel Messi.

The couple's financial milestone was further solidified by commercial triumphs closer to home, as Victoria Beckham’s luxury fashion and beauty label reached a turning point, clearing an impressive £100 million in revenue.