New Orleans Saints Owner Gayle Benson, who is also the governor of the New Orleans Pelicans, has been ranked No. 1 by Forbes in its list of America's Most Powerful Women in Sports.
This is what Forbes had to say about Benson:
"Gayle Benson made history in 2018 when she became the only woman to own both an NFL and NBA franchise, taking control of the New Orleans Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans after the death of her husband, Tom. The two teams now carry a combined valuation of $8.35 billion while Benson herself has an estimated net worth of $7.9 billion. She has been central to the NFL's international ambitions, with the Saints becoming the first franchise with marketing rights in France and partnering with the Paris Musketeers of the European League of Football (ELF). Benson was also instrumental in bringing Super Bowl LIX to New Orleans, according to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, who said in February that "in business, philanthropy and football, Gayle is a leader, always advocating for the Saints and her native city."
Other notable women on the list include FanDuel CEO Amy Howe (No. 2), Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (No. 4), and tennis legend Serena Williams (No. 11).
