The word "athlete" is a romanization of the Greek: άθλητὴς, athlētēs, meaning one who participates in a contest; from ἄθλος, áthlos or ἄθλον, áthlon, meaning a contest or feat.

Sep 7, 2025 · Fans voted for the greatest athletes of all time through an interactive list. Criteria for athletic greatness include speed, endurance, power, and hand-eye coordination.

Full list of Olympic athletes, including Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and Michael Phelps. Follow your favourite Olympic heroes on their journey to the games.

Jul 15, 2025 · This list of the most famous athletes in the world right now blends together a medley of talent, skill, performance, popularity, and overall influence both on and off the field, as voted by you, …

Meet the inspiring athletes representing the USA in the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Explore profiles, achievements, and stories of dedication and triumph.

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Jul 18, 2024 · Who tops our list of the top athletes since 2000? We're unveiling the top 25, including our voters' pick for the No. 1 spot.

Dec 3, 2025 · Sportico dropped its list of the top earning women's athletes and, again, tennis players dominated. Ten of the top 15 earners came from the sport.

Apr 3, 2025 · When it comes to ranking the greatest athletes of all time, the debate is never-ending. Every sport has its legends, every era has its icons, and every fan has their favorites. But in this list, …