Tadej Pogačar's Earnings Could Exceed €14 Million in 2026

Tadej Pogačar, a five-time Tour de France winner, is projected to earn nearly €14 million in 2026, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport. His base salary from the UAE Emirates-XRG team is approximately €8 million per year, making him the highest-paid cyclist.

In addition to his salary, Pogačar could receive up to €2.25 million in performance bonuses linked to his victories and world ranking. Notable bonuses include €1 million for his fifth yellow jersey and €500,000 for finishing the season ranked No. 1 in the world. Additional earnings could come from winning the Vuelta a España and defending his rainbow jersey at the world championships.

Pogačar's personal sponsorship income has also increased, reaching an estimated €2.5 million, alongside merchandise sales projected to generate another €1 million. His growing commercial value reflects his status as a global athlete, with endorsements from brands like DMT and Continental, as well as a partnership with luxury watchmaker Richard Mille.