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David Beckham becomes UK's first billionaire sportsman

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David Beckham becomes UK's first billionaire sportsman
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  • David Beckham becomes Britain's first billionaire sportsman with nearly £1.2 billion fortune.
  • Beckhams' wealth nearly doubles King Charles III's £680 million, driven by property and Inter Miami stake.
  • Inter Miami stake valued at £300 million, Freedom Park stake at £400 million.

The Beckhams' fortune has jumped from £500 million a year ago, placing them 141st on the list, up from joint 273rd. Their wealth now nearly doubles King Charles III's personal fortune, estimated at £680 million, up £40 million from the previous year. The main drivers are property and David Beckham's stake in Inter Miami, which he invested £16 million in when the club launched as the MLS's 25th club in early 2018.

The Sunday Times Rich List values Beckham's Inter Miami stake at £300 million, boosted by the presence of Lionel Messi on the roster, and his stake in the Freedom Park complex around the new stadium at £400 million. The Beckhams' property portfolio includes a £50 million London home and a £20 million estate in the Cotswolds. 4% to £784 billion.

I wouldn't want to play David Beckham at Monopoly.

Robert Watts, Compiler of the Sunday Times Rich List

There are now 157 UK billionaires, 20 fewer than four years ago, and the minimum entry level is £340 million. Other notable entries include Noel and Liam Gallagher, with a combined wealth of £375 million, placing them 325th. Their wealth was boosted by Noel Gallagher's 41 shows between July and November last year and the Oasis reunion tour, which took almost £400 million at the box office.

Emily Eavis appears on the list for the first time, in 314th place, with Glastonbury festival estimated to be worth at least £40 million.

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