Former Manchester United legend David Beckham has become UK’s first billionaire sportsperson, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List. 

Beckham’s collective wealth reached an estimated £1.185bn (approx Rs 15,173cr) this year. Beckham, 51, is the co-owner of Major League Soccer team Inter Miami, and also holds brand ambassador roles for many top brands like Adidas and Hugo Boss among others.