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Dražen Petrović was a Croatian basketball player, considered one of the greatest European players, who tragically died at age 28.

Luka Modrić is a Croatian professional footballer who has captained Real Madrid and the national team, winning numerous individual awards including the 2018 Ballon d'Or.

Marin Čilić is a Croatian professional tennis player known for his exceptional skills and career achievements, including a Grand Slam victory at the 2014 US Open.

Olivier Giroud is a French professional footballer who has made a name for himself as a prolific striker, playing for clubs such as Arsenal and Chelsea, as well as the French national team.

Hugo Lloris is a French professional footballer who serves as the captain of both the French national team and Tottenham Hotspur, known for his exceptional goalkeeping skills and leadership.

Ousmane Dembélé is a French professional footballer known for his exceptional dribbling skills and speed, playing as a winger for FC Barcelona and the French national team.

George Mikan was a legendary American basketball player, credited with revolutionizing the game through his dominance in the paint and high-scoring prowess.

Walter Payton was an American football player, known as "Sweetness," who left an indelible mark on the NFL as a record-breaking running back for the Chicago Bears.

Johnny Unitas was a legendary American football quarterback known for his exceptional skills and leadership, transforming the game with his innovative passing abilities.

Junior Seau, a legendary American football player, dominated the field as a linebacker for 20 seasons, leaving an indelible mark on the NFL.

Bill Durnan was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender and Hall of Famer, renowned for his defensive prowess and two consecutive Vezina Trophies.

Bobby Orr is a legendary Canadian ice hockey player known for revolutionizing the defenseman position and winning numerous awards during his illustrious career.

Sonny Liston was a legendary heavyweight boxing champion known for his intimidating presence and powerful punches, influencing the sport's history.

Roberto Durán is a legendary Panamanian professional boxer, nicknamed "Manos de Piedra" (Hands of Stone), known for his aggressive fighting style and numerous world championships.

Floyd Patterson was an accomplished American boxing champion known for his remarkable career and Olympic gold medal win in 1952.

Archie Moore was a legendary American professional boxer and world light heavyweight champion, known for his exceptional knockout power and longevity in the ring.

Pete Weber is an American professional bowler, known for his aggressive style and 10 PBA Tour titles, including a record five U.S. Open Championships.

Al Oerter was an American discus thrower who won four consecutive Olympic gold medals, setting world records and becoming a legendary figure in track and field.

Marion Jones is an American former track and field athlete, notable for her outstanding achievements in sprinting and winning five medals at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

Herb Elliott was an Australian middle-distance runner, Olympic gold medalist, and world-record holder in the 1500 meters event.

Rod Laver is an Australian former world No. 1 tennis player, widely regarded as one of the greatest in the sport's history.

Arthur Ashe was an American tennis player, social activist, and educator, who became the first African American man to win the singles title at Wimbledon and the US Open.

Margaret Court is a former Australian tennis player, one of the greatest of all time, who holds the record for most major singles, doubles, and mixed doubles titles.

Suzanne Lenglen was a French tennis champion who dominated women's singles in the early 20th century, capturing 31 major titles.

Lew Hoad was an Australian tennis champion, renowned for his exceptional skills and sportsmanship on the court.

Billie Jean King is a legendary American tennis player, women's rights advocate, and pioneer in the fight for gender equality in sports.

John McEnroe is a former American professional tennis player, renowned for his exceptional skill and fiery on-court demeanor, who dominated the sport in the 1970s and 1980s.

Boris Becker is a former world No. 1 German tennis player and coach, known for his exceptional skills and six Grand Slam singles titles.

Stefan Edberg is a former Swedish professional tennis player, six-time Grand Slam champion, and renowned sportsman known for his aggressive serve-and-volley style.

Tommy Bolt was an American professional golfer known for his aggressive style and colorful personality, who won the 1958 U.S. Open and became a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame.

Michael Phelps is an American retired swimmer and the most decorated Olympian of all time, with a record 28 medals.

Sunil Gavaskar, Indian cricket legend and former captain, is renowned for his exceptional batting skills and record-breaking performances.

Wasim Akram is a legendary Pakistani cricketer, renowned as the "Sultan of Swing," whose exceptional bowling skills transformed the game of cricket.

Glenn McGrath is an Australian cricket legend, former fast bowler, and leading wicket-taker in Test matches for his nation.

Garfield Sobers was a legendary West Indian cricketer known for his all-round skills, becoming the first player to hit six sixes in an over.

Mike Procter is a former cricketer from South Africa, renowned for his exceptional fast bowling skills and significant contributions to the sport.

Andy Flower is a renowned former Zimbabwean cricketer and highly respected cricket coach, known for his strategic insights and leadership skills.

Hayley Wickenheiser is a Canadian former ice hockey player, widely regarded as one of the greatest female hockey players of all time, who also served as a medical doctor during her career.

Jonah Lomu, a New Zealand rugby legend, was an unstoppable force on the field, revolutionizing the game with his incredible speed and power.

Kanken Toyama is a renowned Japanese architect and educator who has significantly influenced modern architecture through his innovative designs and academic contributions.

Jigoro Kano was a Japanese educator, judoka, and founder of Judo, a martial art that emphasizes throws and grappling techniques.

Rudy Hartono is an Indonesian badminton legend, considered one of the greatest players in the history of the sport, with numerous world championships and Olympic gold medals to his name.

Ties Kruize is a Dutch footballer known for his remarkable skills on the field and strong leadership as a team captain.

Gary Gait is a legendary lacrosse player and coach, known for his unparalleled scoring ability and innovative coaching techniques.

Steven Redgrave is a legendary British rower who won gold medals in five consecutive Olympic Games, cementing his status as one of the greatest athletes in history.

Pele is a legendary Brazilian footballer, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, who transcended the sport and became a global ambassador.

Filippo Turati is an accomplished Italian footballer, known for his skillful midfield play and impressive performances for clubs like Brescia and Hellas Verona.

Dan Wheldon was a British racing driver known for his exceptional skills in open-wheel racing, winning the IndyCar Series twice and the Indy 500 twice.

Manuel Mondragón was a Mexican engineer and inventor who revolutionized the world of printing with his innovative offset printing press.

Bert Bell was an American sports executive and co-founder of the National Football League, shaping the early development of professional football in the United States.

Wellington Mara was an influential American businessman and co-owner of the New York Giants, shaping the modern NFL landscape.

Leonard Tose was a prominent American sports executive who served as the owner of the Philadelphia Eagles from 1969 to 1985, overseeing their first Super Bowl appearance.

Ed Baird was a renowned American sailor and Olympic gold medalist, known for his exceptional skills in numerous international sailing competitions.

Mary Switzer was an American Olympic swimmer and social activist, who won a gold medal at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and advocated for the rights of individuals with intellectual disabilities.