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The World's Richest Sports Team Owners 2026
A top 25 now collectively worth $903 billion has a new No. 1 as a French luxury goods mogul dethrones Steve Ballmer—and an American rival also leapfrogs the embattled face of the Clippers.
By Vanessa · · 6 min read read
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The world's wealthiest sports team owners have seen their collective fortune surge to $903 billion, with a dramatic reshuffling at the top of the rankings. A French luxury goods mogul has dethroned Steve Ballmer as the richest sports team owner, while another American billionaire has also leapfrogged the embattled Clippers owner.
The growth in team valuations has been fueled by record-breaking media deals, expanding global audiences, and the increasing integration of sports with entertainment and technology.