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Messi rakes in the goals...and the money

Jun 12, 2019

Me$$i tops the money list

Lionel Messi is officially the world's highest paid athlete. 

Image: Reuters

According to Forbes, the Barcelona star earned 127 million dollars over the past 12 months, putting him ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar on the rich-list. 

Tennis star Serena Williams is the only woman in the top 100...with earnings of just over 29 million.

Rafa set for a return?

Chelsea are reportedly in talks with Rafa Benitez, about possibly taking over from Maurizio Sarri. 

The Spaniard's future is currently uncertain, with his Newcastle contract set to expire this summer.

Image: Reuters

Benitez was previously in charge of the Blues on an interim basis between November 2012 and May 2013...guiding the team to the Europa League title. 

Support for Suresh

The Youth and Sports Minister is optimisitic that newly-crowned world champion para archer S. Suresh can get even better following his impressive exploits at the World Archery Para Championships.

"His performance (at the World Championship) has been consistent and inspiring. There will definitely be expectations for him to deliver at the Tokyo Paralympics, but we need to give him space to train and prepare", said Syed Saddiq.

The Minister also says the government is prepared to offer Suresh any assistance necessary.

Image: World Archery