Caitlin Clark is already millionaire but net worth doesn’t compare to Olivia Dunne
Caitlin Clark and Olivia Dunne have both been regarded as two of the most popular young athletes in the United States in recent years - but who has the greater net worth?
by Abbie Meehan · The MirrorCaitlin Clark is currently one of the most talked-about athletes in the WNBA, with her £2.9 million ($3.8m) net worth reflecting her highly sought-after skills.
However, fellow American and gymnast Olivia Dunne might just have the rookie basketball star beat when it comes to net worth, as she's reportedly worth over £1.5m ($2m) more.
Both sportswomen were college sensations and have wowed audiences nationwide with their prowess on the court and stage, respectively. Dunne's popularity skyrocketed after she went viral on social media, amassing millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram thanks to her videos and posts.
Clark is still carving out her path to fame at the moment, having been the number one overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft and leaving college with several records under her belt. Here, we have all the details on the pair's respective net worth's, their rise to stardom and who earns more - and it's not who you'd expect.
Caitlin Clark - WNBA salary, net worth and rise to stardom
Clark made a name for herself in college basketball as a guard for the University of Iowa, becoming the highest-ever scorer in NCAA Division 1 basketball for both men and women with 3,951 points. This performance broke a 54-year-old record previously held by Louisiana State University's Pete Maravich.
Before joining the WNBA, Clark left an impressive legacy at the University of Iowa, setting numerous records and significantly boosting the popularity of women's basketball. Her signature deep 3-pointer shot - often referred to as a 'logo-3' - is a challenging feat for both male and female players, and had every team in the country vying for her to join their ranks.
After leaving a mark in Iowa, the 22-year-old was the number one pick in the 2024 WNBA draft - chosen by the Indiana Fever. Following her selection by the Fever, Clark signed a staggering £258,000 ($338K) contract in Indiana that will span four years.
Parade reports that the young athlete will earn over £57,000 ($75K) in her first year, and a massive £74,000 ($92K) by her final contract year in 2027. This surge in fame has resulted in Clark amassing a considerable net worth, estimated at around £2.9m ($3.8m). However, the 22-year-old has plenty of opportunities to increase her earnings - through sponsorship deals, marketing agreements with the WNBA themselves, and brand endorsements.
During her college years, the athlete partnered with big names like Gatorade, Bose and State Farm in endorsement deals - and her professional career has continued this trend. Clark has already teamed up with Nike and Wilson Sporting Goods Co. - two brands that are sure to bring even more money her way in the coming years.
Clark could also boost her earnings through the WNBA itself, as they're known to offer Player Marketing Agreements (PMAs) to standout players. Essentially, this agreement would position Clark as a brand ambassador for the WNBA and its partners - potentially adding an extra £191,227 ($250K) to her bank account.
Now that the WNBA season has wrapped up, Clark is shifting her focus to golf during the winter months, a move that could see both her profile and her finances grow.
Olivia Dunne's net worth and journey to fame
Dunne's path to fame and success has been more gradual - and includes achievements outside of her professional sport. The 22-year-old artistic gymnast competes for the Louisiana State University Tigers women's gymnastics team and the US national team.
She clinched gold for her country at the junior level in 2017, along with 11 national championship medals between 2014 and 2020. Dunne has also made a name for herself on social media, where she's known for her popular TikTok and Instagram videos.
With a following of 5.3 million on Instagram and another 8.1 million on TikTok, the young athlete can rake in millions from endorsements and other social media ventures - contributing to her staggering net worth of £4.5m ($6m), as reported by Celebrity Net Worth.
In addition to her gymnastics earnings, Dunne has secured various endorsement deals with brands. Celebrity Net Worth adds that she raked in at least £7.6m ($10m) during her college years, making her the world's highest-paid college athlete.
This level of income was made possible by the NCAA in 2021 when they altered their regulations to permit athletes to profit from their names and images. Following this rule change, Dunne teamed up with WME Sports and unveiled her first exclusive brand partnership with activewear brand Vuori.
Since then, the 22-year-old's popularity hasn't waned, and her ongoing success both on and off the balance beam is evident for all to see.
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