These Are The Most Influential Female Athletes Of Our Time

Published on January 9, 2022
Female athletes are incredible role models. They’re strong, fearless, and confident. These are the accomplishments of some of the most influential women in sports right now.

Soccer Star Hope Solo

With two Olympic gold medals and World Cup titles behind her name, goalkeeper Hope Solo is taking women’s soccer by storm.

Soccer Star Hope Solo

Soccer Star Hope Solo

Soccer Star Ali Krieger

Ali Krieger, also known as “The Warrior Princess” by her teammates, is another influential figure in women’s soccer. Krieger, who was a part of the winning team of the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, is not giving up anytime soon.

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Soccer Star Ali Krieger

Soccer Star Ali Krieger

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Gymnastics Star Aly Raisman

Since the start of her career, Aly Raisman has been wowing audiences across the world with her outstanding performances. With three Olympic golds, two silvers and a bronze, this beauty is going down in sports history with a big bang.

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Gymnastics Star Aly Raisman

Gymnastics Star Aly Raisman

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Softball Star Jennie Finch

USA Softball Hall of Fame star Jennie Finch took softball to new heights when she helped Team U.S. win the Olympic gold in 2004. Time Magazine has also labeled Finch as the most “illustrious softball players of our time.”

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Softball Star Jennie Finch

Softball Star Jennie Finch

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Surfing Star Alana Blanchard

Professional surfer and model, Alana Blanchard has competed in major events such as the ASP World Championship Tour. While Blanchard is aware of the dangers of this sport after witnessing a shark attack, she still continues to dominate the sport.

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Surfing Star Alana Blanchard

Surfing Star Alana Blanchard

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MMA Star Ronda Rousey

Ronda Rousey’s immense beauty and strength can sure pack a punch. Her incredible UFC winning streak may have been broken, but it hasn’t stopped her from making headlines. The athlete has also dabbled in some acting.

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MMA Star Ronda Rousey

MMA Star Ronda Rousey

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Tennis Star Camila Giorgi

Just six years after her first debut at Wimbledon, Camila Giorgi made it to the Grand Slam finals in 2018. While she may not hold the Grand Slam winning title yet, she still has some incredible victories under her belt.

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Tennis Star Camila Giorgi

Tennis Star Camila Giorgi

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Tennis Star Maria Sharapova

Maria Sharapova is synonymous with women’s tennis, and for very good reasons. The Russian beauty reached the world number one at just 18 years old and has went on to win 36 singles titles and a whopping five Grand Slams.

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Tennis Star Maria Sharapova

Tennis Star Maria Sharapova

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Gymnastics Star McKayla Maroney

McKayla Maroney, one of the Fierce Five who won a gold at the Summer Olympics in 2012, is one of the most influential women in gymnastics. Unfortunately, due to a series of injuries, Maroney has since retired from the sport.

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Gymnastics Star McKayla Maroney

Gymnastics Star McKayla Maroney

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Racing Star Danica Patrick

NASCAR beauty and legend Danica Patrick has not only made history with her incredible performance at the 2013 Sprint Cup series but also for becoming the only woman who has ever finished in the Top 10 on three different occasions.

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Racing Star Danica Patrick

Racing Star Danica Patrick

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Volleyball Star Taylor Pischke

Taylor’s father won an Olympic medal for volleyball twice, so it’s safe to say that the sport runs in her blood! The Canadian athlete has been competing since 2012 and has won a total of nine medals throughout her career.

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Volleyball Star Taylor Pischke

Volleyball Star Taylor Pischke

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Tennis Star Anna Kournikova

With two Grand Slam titles to her name, it’s safe to say that Anna Kournikova is an icon in the sport. Sadly, Kournikova had to retire from the sport at the young age of 21 due to her back injury.

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Tennis Star Anna Kournikova

Tennis Star Anna Kournikova

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Tennis Star Caroline Wozniacki

Another Tennis great to make it to our list is Caroline Wozniacki. The Danish athlete held the record of most WTA singles won during 2008 up until 2011. In 2018, Wozniacki finally won her first Grand Slam against Simona Halep.

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Tennis Star Caroline Wozniacki

Tennis Star Caroline Wozniacki

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Hurdler Star Michelle Jenneke

Michelle Jenneke may not have struck gold yet but she has won the silver for Australia at the 2010 Summer Youth Olympics. If that’s not impressive enough, the young athlete is also studying mechatronics at Sydney University! Way to go!

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Hurdler Star Michelle Jenneke

Hurdler Star Michelle Jenneke

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Field Hockey Star Ellen Hoog

It’s safe to say that Ellen Hoog is an all-round winner when it comes to field hockey. The Dutch athlete has won the gold in the Olympics, the World Cup, The European games and the Champions Trophy. Wow!

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Field Hockey Star Ellen Hoog

Field Hockey Star Ellen Hoog

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Pole Vault Star Allison Stokke

Allison Stokke’s incredible athleticism is not the only achievement to her name, her looks have also gained her a lot of attention. With a successful track record, a modeling career, and the many sponsorship deals, nothing’s getting in Stokke’s way!

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Pole Vault Star Allison Stokke

Pole Vault Star Allison Stokke

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Soccer Star Alex Morgan

Despite only being in her 20’s, Alex Morgan has a very long list of impressive victories under her belt. The U.S. striker has scored a fortune of goals that led her country to victory in the 2015 World Cup.

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Soccer Star Alex Morgan

Soccer Star Alex Morgan

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Basketball Star Jennifer Lacy

There is no denying that Jennifer Lacy has had a very fruitful career. The athlete joined the Women’s National Basketball Association in 2006 and went on to play for Beijing Shougang in China during the 2008 and 2009 WNBA off-season.

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Basketball Star Jennifer Lacy

Basketball Star Jennifer Lacy

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Volleyball Star Winifer Fernandez

The fierce Winifer Fernandez has been a beacon of light for the Dominican Republic since 2012. While she may have not been able to snag a gold in the 2016 Olympics, she won a gold at the 2017 Bolivarian Games.

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Volleyball Star Winifer Fernandez

Volleyball Star Winifer Fernandez

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Pole Vault Star Robin Bone

There is no doubt that Bone is an exceptional athlete. While she may not have reached her prime yet, she still has many years ahead of her to reach new heights. After all, Canada is known for its amazing pole vaulters.

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Pole Vault Star Robin Bone

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Snowboarding Star Chloe Kim

With an Olympic gold and several X Game victories to her name, it’s safe to say that Chloe Kim is a snowboarding prodigy. To add to her list of
achievements, Kim will be attending Princeton University in 2022!

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Snowboarding Star Chloe Kim

Snowboarding Star Chloe Kim

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MMA Star Paige VanZant

MMA athlete Paige VanZant is making a huge impact on the sport despite her young age. She may have had her fair share of losses in the beginning, but there is nothing holding back this up and coming star!

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MMA Star Paige VanZant

MMA Star Paige VanZant

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Wrestling Star Becky Lynch

The Irish athlete hit the wrestling scene in 2002 and doesn’t seem to be going anywhere soon. The WWE star has ranked up quite a following, which is not surprising seeing that she is one of the most exciting performers.

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Wrestling Star Becky Lynch

Wrestling Star Becky Lynch

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Alpine Skiing Star Lindsey Vonn

Since winning the gold in 2010, all eyes were on Lindsey Vonn during the 2018 Winter Olympics. While she may have only managed to snag a bronze, her victory was impressive nonetheless. Vonn also has many World Champion titles under her belt.

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Alpine Skiing Star Lindsey Vonn

Alpine Skiing Star Lindsey Vonn

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Gymnastics Star Gabby Douglas

Gabby Douglas is a phenomenal gymnast. The Fierce Five athlete made Olympic history as the first African American to become an individual all-around champion. This is just the beginning. Douglas is hoping to make more headlines at the 2020 games.

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Gymnastics Star Gabby Douglas

Gymnastics Star Gabby Douglas

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Basketball Star Antonija Sandric

Despite only being 30 years old, Antonija Sandric has many victories to her name. In 2009, Sandric represented Croatia in the Mediterranean Games in Pescara and managed to snag a bronze. We are hoping to see more wins from this beauty!

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Basketball Star Antonija Sandric

Basketball Star Antonija Sandric

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Volleyball Star Misty May-Treanor

While Misty May-Treanor may be retired from the sport, she is still an icon in women’s volleyball. May-Treanor has won Summer Olympic golds in 2004, 2008, and 2012. May-Treanor has also received her Masters in Athletic Administration and Coaching.

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Volleyball Star Misty May Treanor

Volleyball Star Misty May Treanor

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Tennis Star Serena Williams

It’s no secret that Serena Williams has dominated the tennis court for the last 20 years and will go down in history for the impact she has made on the sport. Her Grand Slam wins have earned her a whopping $85 million!

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Tennis Star Serena Williams

Tennis Star Serena Williams

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Tennis Star Eugenie Bouchard

Another young tennis star to make it to our list is the Canadian beauty, Eugenie Bouchard. She may not have a Grand Slam victory yet, but her future is looking exceptionally bright. We can’t wait to see what the court has in store for her.

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Tennis Star Eugenie Bouchard

Tennis Star Eugenie Bouchard

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Ice Hockey Star Hilary Knight

Nine-time IIHF World Women’s Championships medalist, Hilary Knight has a heartwarming smile and an amazing talent that keeps her fans captivated. Her incredible athleticism also helped Team U.S. win a gold and two silver medals at the Olympics.

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Ice Hockey Star Hilary Knight

Ice Hockey Star Hilary Knight

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MMA Star Michelle Waterson

There is a reason why Michelle Waterson is nicknamed “The Karate Hottie.” She may be beautiful but has made a name for herself in the UFC. She has also made numerous TV appearances on shows such as American Ninja Warrior.

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MMA Star Michelle Waterson

MMA Star Michelle Waterson

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Golf Star Natalie Gulbis

LPGA tour pro, Natalie Gulbis may not be the most successful female golfer, but she has landed endorsements with golfing and swimwear lines, making her a marketing legend. Gulbis has also appeared on Celebrity Apprentice and many other reality shows.

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Golf Star Natalie Gulbis

Golf Star Natalie Gulbis

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Swimming Star Stephanie Rice

This Australian athlete may be retired but she has a long list of achievements. Rice won three golds in the 2008 Olympics, and set new world records in each relay. In 2009, She was awarded The Order of Australia Medal.

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Swimming Star Stephanie Rice

Swimming Star Stephanie Rice

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Golf Star Lexi Thompson

At age 12, Lexi Thompson had already qualified for the U.S. Women’s Open and by age 16, she had set a new LPGA record! To add to her achievements, Thomspon also won the 2014 ANA Inspiration. That’s truly incredible!

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Golf Star Lexi Thompson

Golf Star Lexi Thompson

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu And Surfing Star Whitney Miller

Whitney Miller, who was crowned Miss United States in 2012 decided to pursue a career in sports shortly after her win. She has earned herself a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is now also a professional waker surfer.

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Star Whitney Miller

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Star Whitney Miller

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Tennis Star Ana Ivanovic

Serbian tennis star, Ana Ivanovic ranked as No.1 in the world in 2008 after she defeated Dinara Safina in the French Open. Ivanovic retired from the sport in 2016 but has 13 WTA Tour singles titles to her name.

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Tennis Star Ana Ivanovic

Tennis Star Ana Ivanovic

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Tennis Star Venus Williams

Much like her sister Serena, Venus Williams has broken multiple records and change the sport for many other female athletes. She ranked at World No. 1 in 2002 and has won an impressive seven Grand Slams throughout her career.

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Tennis Star Venus Williams

Tennis Star Venus Williams

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Boxing Star Laila Ali

What do you do when your father is Muhammad Ali? Follow in his footsteps! Professional boxer Laila Ali has an impressive track record, so impressive that she was undefeated throughout her career. The apple didn’t fall far from the tree.

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Boxing Star Laila Ali

Boxing Star Laila Ali

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Tennis Star Garbiñe Muguruza

Spanish-Venezuelan star Garbiñe Muguruza is not only beautiful but is also a phenomenal athlete. She was rated as world No. 1 and has won seven singles titles, including the French Open in 2016 and the Wimbledon Championships in 2017.

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Tennis Star Garbiñe Muguruza

Tennis Star Garbiñe Muguruza

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Soccer Star Sydney Laroux

Sydney Laroux is an Olympic gold medalist and forward for the Orlando Pride in the National Women’s Soccer League. The fierce athlete has just welcomed a baby girl in June and doesn’t seem to be leaving the field anytime soon.

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Soccer Star Sydney Laroux

Soccer Star Sydney Laroux

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