Joseph Fahnbulleh is a name that Gators fans will know very well. And so will the nation of Liberia. The 23-year-old track and field star already has so many iconic moments to his name, like winning the 100m and 200m events in the 2022 NCAA DI Championships to help the Gators clinch the men’s Track and Field title that year. And his presence stretches globally, too.
Being the face of Liberia in international competitions, the star has reached the finals of the 200m event in the last 2 Olympics. Do you know what sets the sprinter apart? The cool swagger with which he carries himself on and off the track. With all the bling and ritz going on about him, his fans must be wondering how rich Joseph Fahnbulleh is. Well, let’s find out.
What is Joseph Fahnbulleh’s Net Worth in 2025?
If you think the Hopkins-born sprinter is a millionaire, you are right. As of 2025, the 2-time African Championships gold medalist’s net worth is around 2 million. Thus, the glamor and the style. But what has been the source of this figure? Well, as with any track and field star, Fahnbulleh has also earned his money through channels like competition prize money, sponsorship and endorsements, and paid engagement posts on social media.
In addition to that, investing the money earned through the right channels has also probably helped grow the net worth. For the Liberian sprinter, it is a genuine possibility because he has professional people guiding him in his financial endeavors. In June 2022, Joseph Fahnbulleh announced his signing with Newton Sports Agency: “I am so happy to be joining Newton Agency as I turn professional. I know that at this level you need an expert team around you, and I feel the Agency’s experience will benefit me hugely.”
Not just swag and suave. This speedster is also a strategist. And that has helped him score some big wins in the track and field arena.
Joseph Fahnbulleh’s Career Earnings and Prize Money
With the wins come the medals and the cash prizes. And for Joseph Fahnbulleh, that was happening in the 2024 African Athletics Championships in Douala, Cameroon. Not only did he win, but he also made history. Winning the 100m (10.13) and 200m (20.25) sprint double, Fahnbulleh became the first man after 2014 to secure the coveted double. That also made him only 5 sprinters in the history of the championships to achieve that.
But Joseph Fahnbulleh’s winning streak with Liberia had already started in 2023, when he clinched the bronze medal in the African Games as part of the 4x100m Liberia relay team. And he has been a regular feature in the 200m sprints in most major global competitions. Tokyo and Paris Olympics – check. 2022 and 2023 World Athletics Championships – also check. Just an FYI for the readers: the World Athletics Championships pays a cash prize up to its 8th-place finisher.
So, there have been plenty of opportunities for the Liberian star to earn medals, prize money, fame, and reputation since he went pro in 2022. And hey, going pro in itself brought in the perks, isn’t it? Are you forgetting the sponsorship deals he has now?
The Liberian sprinter’s sponsorships and endorsements
With the expert guidance of Newton Sports Agency, the 23-year-old has landed some pretty good deals with brands like Asics, Oakley, Telfar, etc. His tie-up with Asics began right after he went pro. Signing the deal on August 11, 2022, the 2021 NCAA 200m Champion is often seen promoting his Asics spikes and apparel on Instagram. Not Nike and Adidas? Not for Fahnbulleh, as he said to Voiced Athletics in September 2022: “ASICS has my full trust and commitment.”
With his T-shirts, shorts, and his boots, there are always has his iconic Oakley shades. Have you seen how his sunglasses complement his groovy look? Well, what better than to be partners in this track and field journey? Endorsing the eyewear brand since 2023, the Liberian has been wearing their stylish shades, particularly the trademark Oakley Sphaera.
The sprinter is also part of Oakley’s inspiring ‘Inner Spark’ campaign. The campaign brings to the fans stories of athletes who have broken barriers to conquer the world and become examples for others. His nature to support his fellow man and promote his country has also seen him endorse Telfar, a luxury brand that designs unisex bags. Telfar was founded by Telfar Clemens, an American Liberian fashion designer, and it has been so popular that it has also been endorsed by Beyonce.
What else? Well, while the next bit is not a sponsorship deal, Joseph Fahnbulleh’s association with the Grand Slam Track is significant in many ways. The prize money in itself is a head-turner. $100000 for the race champion, and the way the competition has been planned, all the 96 racers are guaranteed at least $10000 prize money.
And alongside the money comes also the chance to establish a reputation as one of the best sprinters in the world. After all, the lineup looks so competitive. Joseph Fahnbulleh will definitely be winning the 1st-place, but he will have competition, no doubt.
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