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Most Popular Athletes in the World Ranked 20-1

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Most Popular Athletes in the World Ranked 20-1

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From Welsh wizard to Madrid’s hero, Bale’s popularity soared with dazzling runs and clutch Champions League finishes. But injuries and club tensions dimmed the spotlight. Now, while retired, his electrifying talent and cheeky grin resonate, his legend living on.

  • Sport: Soccer
  • Country: Wales
  • Salary: $25.5 million
  • Endorsements: $9.5 million
  • Facebook followers: 33.9 million 
  • Twitter followers: 19.1 million 
  • Instagram followers: 53.2 million
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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.