Most Expensive Sports Divorces: Nine Athletes Who Lost Millions in Settlements

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High-profile athletes face not only public pressure but also sometimes tremendous financial losses when their marriages break up. Here are nine of the most expensive sports divorces ever.

9. Hulk Hogan and Linda Claridge (2009): $11 million

Hulk Hogan
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8. Thierry Henry and Claire Merry — $16 million

Thierry Henry
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7. Ryan Giggs and Stacey Cooke (2017): $31 million

Ryan Giggs
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6. Shaquille and Shaunie O’Neal (2011): $33 million

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5. Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren (2010): $100 million

Tiger Woods
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4. Greg Norman and Laura Andrassy (2006): $103 million

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3. Frank and Jamie McCourt (2011): $130 million

Frank McCourt, Los Angeles Dodgers
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2. Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy (2006): $168 million

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1. Roman Abramovich and Irina Malandina (2007): $300 million

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