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Do Olympians earn more than McDonalds’ workers?

They fill stadiums, perform in front of roaring crowds and earn the respect and love of their nations. But did you know, Olympians earn exactly nothing for winning an Olympic medal — even a gold one? So how exactly do athletes make their money? And why are some disciplines vastly better paid than others? This video from Athletic Interest finds out.

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