Whether you’re used to betting on the English Premier League or exploring the latest Xbox Series X games, the X Games deliver a fresh rush. These extreme sports festivals hand out gold, silver and bronze medals—and sweet cash prizes. Winners pocket roughly KSh 6,500,000 per event, and top athletes can pull in up to KSh 26,000,000 a year when you factor in sponsorships and prize money.
Cash Prizes
Despite their "underground" vibe, X Games payouts stack up. A gold medallist takes home around KSh 6,500,000, with smaller amounts for runners-up. Beyond medals, most pros earn between KSh 6,500,000 and KSh 26,000,000 annually, thanks to brand deals and event fees. That’s solid for sports once dismissed as reckless—think in-line skating, rock climbing and snowboarding.