http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-b...doesn-t-gain-5-pounds-by-april-203442348.html
Most importantly, Diaw's deal features $500,000 in annual performance bonuses in the form of a weight clause. Each season, he gets:
• $150,000 for weighing less than or equal to 254 pounds on Oct. 25
• $150,000 for weighing less than or equal to 254 pounds on the first Tuesday after the All-Star Game
• $200,000 for weighing less than or equal to 254 pounds on April 1
Basically, the Spurs have given Diaw a real incentive to make weight at three important junctures of the season: opening night, post-All-Star stretch and playoff push. The structure of this contract gives the team some leverage to keep the player motivated while giving him an incentive to continue to perform at a high level.
It's pretty damn hilarious that this is included in his contract but $500k would be plenty motivation to keep my weight in check. Is this common? Are there any other funny clauses like this in sports contracts?