And the rich get richer.
The world's highest-paid athlete, Floyd Mayweather Jr. will reportedly earn a paycheck for upward of $200 million for defeating Manny Pacquiao on May 2, according to Forbes. So, even though the "Fight of The Century" fizzled into a dud, Mayweather's bank account will flourish.
That got us thinking. The obscene nine-figure earnings will give Mayweather that much more freedom to purchase some new toys. Already unabashed about his fleet of exotic automobiles that he showed off to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, we came up with this short hit list of toys that "Money" should strongly consider adding to his collection. Cold, hard cash, baby!
Gulfstream G650 Private Jet
The champ has to travel in style, right? What better way than the new Gulfstream G650 private jet, which comes equipped with a price tag of $65 million. One report claims the air in the cabin of the jet is richer than the air us normal human beings breathe aboard regular, cheaper flights. That in itself, might encourage Mayweather to cough up the cash. Big boy toy indeed!
Lamborghini Veneno Roadster
Mayweather's fleet of cars needs the most up-to-date crown jewel. As of press time, there's isn't anything more expensive than the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster, a V-12 monster that goes 0 to 60 in 2.9 seconds flat. It will set "Money" back $4.5 million, but that's chump change for the undefeated champ.
$175 Million New York City Penthouse
New York City's 220 Central Park South building has a penthouse fit for a king... with a king's ransom of $175 million to match. The price on the palatial palace alone should get Floyd's antenna to go up. Mayweather already has his "Big Boy Mansion" in Las Vegas. He needs one in New York City too.
Graff Diamonds Hallucination Watch
It may be called the "Hallucination," but the $55-million price tag on it is very real. This women's watch – sorry, timepiece – is basically an hour and minute hand held together by 110 carats of encrusted rare colored diamonds from around the world. Oh, the gluttony! This is the kind of toy that Mayweather would stash away in The Money Team vault and let appreciate, flashing it for the cameras or personal company every now and then.
Stake in Real Madrid
The Real Madrid football club is said to be the most expensive sports team in the world with an estimated worth of $3.4 billion. They don't have owners — they have socios controlling the interest and stakes of the team. Maybe Mayweather could purchase a chunk. Who cares if they use their feet and he's known for using his hands? Owning a piece of Real Madrid would take bragging rights to another level.
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