Faith Kipyegon is on top of the world after her stunning performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
The Kenyan star didn’t just break the Olympic record in the 1500 meters—she’s also cashing in big!
For her incredible achievement, Kipyegon will receive more than Ksh9 million.
The International Olympic Committee will award her Ksh6.5 million (USD50,000) for securing the gold medal.
But that’s not all! Back home in Kenya, she’s set to get at least Ksh3 million from the government.
This reward is just for winning the gold, and it doesn’t include the money she’ll make from her endorsement deals.
Kipyegon has a sponsorship with Nike, which could significantly increase her earnings.
Her victory in Paris might attract even more lucrative deals, adding millions more to her bank account.
However, Kipyegon will miss out on an additional Ksh5 million.
This amount is reserved for athletes who break a world record, and while she set a new Olympic best with a time of 3:51.29, her world record of 3:49.04 still stands.
In total, Kipyegon’s earnings from the Paris Olympics are impressive, solidifying her as one of Kenya’s top athletes, not just in terms of performance but also in financial rewards.
Her success is a testament to her hard work and dedication, and it’s paying off—literally!
Faith Kipyegon’s remarkable achievements on the track are matched by her financial gains, making her one of the most rewarded athletes in the world.
She’s not just a champion—she’s a millionaire champion.
As always, let’s wait and see of whether Kipyegon will be given her rewards given her move to shatter world records in Paris Olympics.
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