Athletes

Abby Wambach is an American retired professional footballer widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Abdellatif Baka is an Algerian middle-distance runner, who has gained recognition for his significant achievements in Paralympic sports.

Ada Hegerberg is a Norwegian professional footballer widely regarded as one of the best female players of all time.

Adam Peaty is a British professional swimmer widely considered one of the greatest swimmers of all time.

A'ja Wilson is an American professional basketball player widely considered one of the best in the game.

Alexander Alekhine is a Russian and French chess player, renowned as one of the greatest players in the history of chess.

Alexander Grischuk is a Russian professional chess player widely considered one of the greatest players of his era.

Alexander Khalifman is a Russian professional chess grandmaster and former World Chess Champion.

Alexander Morozevich is a Russian professional chess player widely considered one of the greatest players of his generation.

Alexei Shirov is a Latvian-Spanish professional chess player, considered one of the greatest players of his generation.

Alex Morgan is an American professional footballer widely considered one of the greatest female players of all time.

Alex Ovechkin is a Russian professional ice hockey player widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Alex Zanardi is an Italian professional racing driver and Paralympian, widely recognised for his remarkable resilience and dedication to the sports.

Alfredo Di Stéfano, the "Blond Arrow," was an Argentine-Spanish legend at Real Madrid, winning five consecutive European Cups and known for his versatility and leadership.

Ali Krieger is an American professional soccer player, widely recognized as one of the top defenders in women's soccer.

Alireza Firouzja is a Iranian-born French professional chess player who is considered one of the most promising talents in modern chess.

Alisha Lehmann is a Swiss professional footballer who is one of the most promising talents in women's football.

Allyson Felix is an American professional track and field sprinter known as one of the greatest athletes in the history of the sport.

Alvaro Morata is a Spanish professional footballer known for his sharp goal-scoring ability.

Ana Bogdan is a Romanian professional tennis player who has made significant contributions to the sport.

Anastasija Sevastova is a Latvian professional tennis player who has been ranked as high as No. 11 in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) singles rankings.

Anathan ana Pham is an Australian professional Dota 2 player widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Anatoly Karpov is a Russian chess player widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Andre Agassi is a retired professional tennis player from the United States, widely regarded as one of the greatest in the history of the sport.

Andrés Iniesta is a Spanish professional footballer widely considered one of the greatest midfielders of all time.

Andrew Robertson is a dynamic left-back for Liverpool and Scotland, known for his work rate, leadership, and pivotal role in defense and attack.

Andrey Rublev is a Russian professional tennis player, rising as one of the most promising talents of his generation.

Andy Murray is a British professional tennis player, often considered one of the greatest players of his generation.

Ángel Di María is an Argentine winger known for his dribbling, speed, and playmaking, winning the 2022 World Cup and multiple club titles.

Anish Giri is a Dutch professional chess player who is consistently ranked among the world's top players.

Anna Grimaldi is a New Zealand professional Paralympic athlete widely admired as one of the leading figures in Paralympic long jump.

Anna Schaffelhuber is a German professional alpine skier widely considered one of the greatest athletes in the history of Paralympic sports.

Annika Sörenstam is a retired Swedish professional golfer widely considered one of the greatest female golfers of all time.

Anrune Weyers is a South African Paralympic athlete considered one of the most outstanding in her field.

Anthony Davis is an American professional basketball player widely considered one of the greatest players of his generation.

Anthony Joshua is a British professional boxer widely considered one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of his generation.

Antonio Davis, nicknamed "AD," was an NBA All-Star and defensive standout, reaching the 2000 NBA Finals and winning the 2005 Greek Cup.

Anton Korobov is a Ukrainian professional chess player, highly acclaimed within the world of chess.

Arjen Robben is a Dutch professional footballer widely considered one of the greatest wingers of his generation.

Arnold Palmer was an American professional golfer, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most charismatic players in the history of the sport.

Aryna Sabalenka, Belarusian tennis star, is No. 1 in singles with 20 titles, including the 2023 and 2024 Australian Open and 2024 US Open.

Ashleigh Barty is an Australian former professional tennis player, regarded as one of the finest players of her generation.

Assunta Legnante is an Italian professional shot putter and discus thrower, regarded as one of the most accomplished Paralympic athletes in history.

Austin Simmons, a dual-sport athlete at Ole Miss, excels as a quarterback in football and a pitcher in baseball, showcasing his versatility.

Ayrton Senna was a Brazilian professional racing driver widely considered one of the greatest drivers of all time.

Baadur Jobava is a Georgian professional chess player widely considered one of the top players in the world.

Babe Didrikson Zaharias was an American athlete who achieved outstanding success in golf, basketball, and track and field.

Babe Ruth is an American professional baseball player widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Baron Davis, nicknamed "B-Diddy," was a two-time NBA All-Star who played for teams like the Charlotte Hornets, Golden State Warriors, and Los Angeles Clippers. He won a gold medal at the 2001 Goodwill Games and, although not inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame, his contributions to the sport are widely recognized.

Barry Bonds is a former American professional baseball outfielder, known for his record-breaking 762 career home runs and seven National League MVP awards, making him one of the most accomplished yet controversial players in MLB history.

Baskaran Adhiban is an Indian professional chess player, widely recognized as one of the leading players from India.

Bassem Amin is an Egyptian professional chess player widely considered one of the best players from Africa.

Ben Hogan is an American professional golfer widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Bethany Firth is a British Paralympic swimmer and multiple gold medalist, regarded as one of the greatest Paralympic swimmers of all time.

Bethany Hamilton is a professional American surfer who became a worldwide inspiration after surviving a shark attack.

Bill Belichick is a legendary NFL coach with six Super Bowl wins with the New England Patriots and two as the New York Giants' defensive coordinator. Known for his strategic brilliance and meticulous preparation, he has won numerous Coach of the Year awards and is widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history.

Billie Jean King is an American former professional tennis player, widely considered one of the greatest women's tennis players of all time.

Billie Jean King is an American former professional tennis player, widely recognized as one of the greatest players in the history of tennis.

Billy Napier, a seasoned football coach, is the current head coach at the University of Florida. Known for his strategic mindset and leadership, he has a proven track record of building successful programs, notably at the University of Louisiana. Napier emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and player development, making him a respected figure in college football.

Birgit Skarstein is a Norwegian professional rower and cross-country skier widely considered one of the greatest para-athletes of all time.

Björn Borg is a Swedish former professional tennis player, widely considered one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.

Bobby Fischer is an American chess player widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Bobby Orr is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player often considered one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.

Boris Gelfand is a Belarusian-Israeli chess Grandmaster, widely considered one of the best players in the world.

Boris Spassky is a Russian chess grandmaster, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.

Lim Yo-hwan, known as BoxeR, is a South Korean professional e-sports player widely considered one of the greatest StarCraft players of all time.

Brett Favre is an American former professional football quarterback who is often regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.

Briana Scurry is an American retired soccer goalkeeper and Olympic gold medalist. She is widely considered one of the greatest female goalkeepers of all time.

Brian Lara is a Trinidadian former international cricketer, acknowledged as one of the greatest batsmen of all time.

Brian McKeever is a Canadian cross-country skier and biathlete, regarded as one of the best Paralympic athletes in history.

Brian O'Driscoll is an iconic Irish rugby player, renowned for his exceptional skill, leadership, and record-breaking career, having made significant contributions to both Leinster Rugby and the Ireland national team.

Bruno Fernandes is a Portuguese professional footballer renowned for his remarkable playing skills and contribution to the sport.

Kyle Bugha Giersdorf is an American professional esports player known for his remarkable skills in Fortnite.

Caden Durham is a dynamic running back for LSU, known for his explosive speed, versatility, and standout performances in college football.

Caeleb Dressel is an American professional swimmer widely considered one of the greatest swimmers of all time.

Caitlin Clark, a 23-year-old basketball sensation from West Des Moines, Iowa, stands at 6 feet tall. She's a guard for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA, known for her exceptional skills and dedication to the sport. Clark's journey is marked by hard work and a passion for basketball, making her a true inspiration on and off the court.

Cameron Norrie is a British professional tennis player who has made a significant impact on the sport.

Cam Newton is an American professional football player widely considered one of the most influential quarterbacks of his time.

Candace Parker is an American professional basketball player widely considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Carli Lloyd is an American professional footballer widely considered as one of the greatest female players of all time.

Carl Lewis is an American former track and field athlete widely considered one of the greatest athletes of all time.

Carlos Alcaraz, born May 5, 2003, is a Spanish tennis star with 20 ATP titles, including five majors. He became the youngest world No. 1 in 2022.

Carlos Sainz is a Spanish professional rally driver, widely regarded as one of the greatest in the history of rally racing.

Carmelo Anthony is an American professional basketball player who is widely considered one of the most skilled scorers in NBA history.

Carolina Marín is a Spanish professional badminton player, widely regarded as one of the greatest female players in the history of the sport.

Caroline Garcia is a French professional tennis player highly regarded as one of the best in women's tennis.

Caster Semenya is a South African middle-distance runner and 2016 Olympic gold medalist.

Cathy Freeman is an Australian former sprinter, widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of her time.

Chantal Petitclerc is a Canadian wheelchair racer and Paralympic legend, renowned for her record-breaking speed and dominance in track events.

Charles Leclerc is a Monegasque professional racing driver currently competing in Formula One for Scuderia Ferrari, considered one of the most promising talents in the sport.

Charles Woodson is a Hall of Fame NFL legend, Heisman winner, Super Bowl champ, and record-holder with 65 interceptions and 13 defensive touchdowns.

Charlie Sifford was an American professional golfer who is known for breaking the color barrier in golf as the first African American PGA TOUR member.

Charlie Ward is a retired professional basketball and football player, widely considered one of the most versatile athletes in American sports history.

Chet Holmgren is an American professional basketball player with immense potential and talent.

Chloe Kim is an American professional snowboarder widely considered one of the greatest athletes in her discipline.

Chloe Kitts is a Basketball Player playing for the South Carolina Gamecocks. She is a standout youth prospect, being nominated as the SEC Tournament MVP

Chris Froome is a British professional road racing cyclist known as one of the best climbers and time trialists in modern cycling.

Christian Eriksen is a Danish professional footballer admired for his skills in midfield.

Christian Pulisic is an American professional footballer widely recognized as one of the most talented players in his generation.

Christopher 'MonteCristo' Mykles is an American esports color commentator and analyst, primarily known for his work in the League of Legends esports scene.

Chris Weinke is an American former professional football player widely recognized for his achievements in college football.

Cedric "CJ" Baxter is a an American Football Running Back youth prospect playing under Steve Sarkisian for the Texas Longhorns.

Clodoaldo Silva is a Brazilian professional swimmer widely regarded as one of the greatest Paralympic athletes of all time.

Coco Gauff is an American professional tennis player, who has quickly risen to prominence within the sport.

Marcelo 'coldzera' David is a Brazilian professional esports player widely considered one of the greatest Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) players of all time.

Colin McBee is a versatile Tight End for WVU, known for his blocking, athleticism, and strong academic achievements.