Most sport stars live affluent lifestyle during their hay days with a lot of endorsements deal to salivate on
However, some of them then fail to maintain the riches due to some different troubles.
Evander Holyfield (Boxing)
The former boxing champion was renowned for his ‘ear-biting’ incident during bout with Mike Tyson, it was understood that he earned $35 million from the fight and was worth around $513 million but has nosedived to $1 million since he retired.
Mike Tyson – (Boxing)
The controversial boxing champion is popularly known to speak his mind in public but his wealth has dwindled due to his many troubles. He was reportedly worth $300 million, but declared bankrupt in 2003 shortly before he retired.
Diego Maradona (Football)
The Argentine has been in the news for the wrong reasons despite being one of the most talented players in the history of football but his personal life has been noteworthy. The Italian government claims Maradona owes a $50 million amidst his other financial problems. He is currently trying to pick the pieces of his life.
Marion Jones (Athletes)
The American sprinter won several laurels on the tracks for her country but her problems began in 2007, when she confessed to have used performance-enhancement drugs and was stripped off all her titles. Her finances began to dwindle too and became broke after serving a jail term for check-fraud.
Eric Djemba-Djemba – (Football)
The former Manchester United and Cameroonian star earned as much as $6.2 million during his stay at the Old Trafford but surprisingly declared bankrupt in 2007.
David James – (Football)
The former England keeper was one of the best shot-stoppers in the Premier League, but declared bankrupt in 2014 after going through an expensive divorce, he was worth around $31.2 million.
Celestine Babayaro – (Football)
He still remains one of the youngest players to play in the Champions League and was a rave during his days at Chelsea and Newscastle but was declared bankrupt in 2011