Marc Márquez is making headlines yet again, but this time it’s not just for his accomplishments on the track. For the first time in his career, the six-time MotoGP world champion has landed on Forbes’ list of Spain’s wealthiest athletes, ranking fourth behind household names like Rafael Nadal, Sergio Ramos, and Andrés Iniesta. This feat is a testament to Márquez’s strategic decisions and undeniable market value, as he enjoys one of his best career periods in recent years.
Márquez’s recent shift from his lifelong team, Honda, to a satellite outfit in pursuit of a new challenge has proven rewarding. The Spaniard turned down a lucrative offer from Honda, opting instead for a team that couldn’t match even half of what the Japanese manufacturer was offering. But his move has not only rejuvenated his passion for racing, it has also opened doors to major opportunities. According to Forbes, Márquez now holds a net worth of 80 million euros, primarily built on endorsements with brands like Red Bull, Allianz, Estrella Galicia, and Samsung.
Currently, Márquez stands as the wealthiest motorcyclist to appear on Forbes’ list, solidifying his status as one of the sport’s top earners despite earning one of his lowest annual salaries in 2024. And with a new contract to ride the Ducati Lenovo—the fastest bike on the grid—he’s likely to climb even higher on next year’s rankings.
Although he has yet to break into Spain’s top 100 richest individuals, Márquez’s fortunes are expected to soar as he enters a new era with Ducati and positions himself as one of the highest-paid riders on the MotoGP grid. For now, he can celebrate his financial and personal victories as a rare breed in Spanish sports, a motorcycling icon who’s found both happiness and wealth through bold, calculated career choices.