10 world's highest paid athletes

These athletes seem to have a pretty idyllic life! Not only do they get to play the sport they’re passionate about, but they also get paid millions of dollars to do so.

In the gallery above we take a look at the 10 athletes who made the most money from their chosen sports in 2015. Who do you think came out at number one?

The answer may surprise you.

10. Kobe Bryant – Basketball

9. Tiger Woods – Golf

8. Phil Mickelson – Golf

7. Kevin Durant – Basketball

6. LeBron James – Basketball

5. Roger Federer – Tennis

4. Lionel Messi – Football

3. Cristiano Ronaldo – Football

2. Manny Pacquiao – Boxing

1. Floyd Mayweather – Boxing

Source Forbes 10.06.15