Students, children and people from community groups and sports clubs relaxed on the grass while some athletes were sprinting and others limbering up.

BBC: Crowd

While some gay athletes have expressed concerns about how earning potentials could be hurt by coming out, King said she thinks Collins' openness could have the opposite effect.

NPR: 'I'm Gay': NBA Player Jason Collins Breaks Barrier

Some athletes receive a share of potential advertising revenue, while others might get money upfront to cover travel to a shooting destination or compensation might come in the form of a camera upgrade.

WSJ: Web TV's New Lineup

While plenty of big-name athletes make big bucks endorsing products, some who seem to have the goods don't get the chance.

FORBES: Magazine Article

Why do some celebrities, athletes and musicians seem to effortlessly shape the zeitgeist, while others--sorry, Hasselhoff--don't?

FORBES: The Trendsetters

This is a useful reminder that while athletes and entertainers may face special issues, for all high income earners, some thought about overall tax exposure is tempting.

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