meatboy Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 who in your time can you call the 3 greatest sports stars.[NO FOOTBALLERS] being a lover of most sports my 3 that comes to mind in their catagory,that achieved the highest praise. the three i will always remember are. MUHAMMAD ALI, CARL FOGARTY. LESTER PIGGOTT. there are others who have thrilled me,phil taylor,gareth edwards,michael johnson. i was lucky to see carl and lester live but not ali. having been a greyhound owner/trainer i cant go without a mention for ballyregan bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurtramsbottom Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 Daley Thompson Carl Lewis Olga Korbut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornishcarlos Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 Kelly Slater Shaun White Serena Williams Too many amazing athletes to list really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacky54 Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 Sir Don Bradman Rocky Marciano Jesse owens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soihok Posted December 10, 2014 Share Posted December 10, 2014 Valentino Rossi Mick Doohan Barry Sheene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baa_Mango Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 carl lewis!!!! almost spilt the vodka . jesus obviously gretzky orr lemieux I don't car drivers or doped up track stars, footballers can compare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossfinn Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 BOD Muhammed Ali Rory Mcilroy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puukao Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 I think they are greater NOW than before, since so much more money on the line and more people on the planet wanting the cash; meaning so many more people trying to get that money. And sports easy to play is better than sports that takes 20k a year to play (hockey, biking, etc...). so i start with football (soccer), and then basketball, and then baseball. when you can make 300 million dollars in a sport, clearly even the greatest sport stars in other sports would migrate if they could for the cash.....pressure of money is powerful. i won't name names....but i stick with soccer and basketball as top 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossfinn Posted December 18, 2014 Share Posted December 18, 2014 Ronan O'Gara Roberto Duran Sean Kelly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitawatWatawit Posted December 18, 2014 Share Posted December 18, 2014 Roger Federer Katarina Witt Mahe Drysdale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaiLai Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 George Best Mike Tyson Jack Niklaus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 I reckon the recently-retired Toulon No. 10, Top XIV and Heineken Cup winner, Lion and twice-world cup finalist and winner, a man who played for only two clubs in his professional career and was a model of modesty, hard work and sportsmanship. A player who's fearless tackling went almost unmentioned, for me, my most enduring memory will be the pat on the back he gave to his successor in the Lions No. 10 jersey, Owen Farrell, after the latter had clattered him to the floor as he unleashed another drop goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatboy Posted January 11, 2015 Author Share Posted January 11, 2015 I reckon the recently-retired Toulon No. 10, Top XIV and Heineken Cup winner, Lion and twice-world cup finalist and winner, a man who played for only two clubs in his professional career and was a model of modesty, hard work and sportsmanship. A player who's fearless tackling went almost unmentioned, for me, my most enduring memory will be the pat on the back he gave to his successor in the Lions No. 10 jersey, Owen Farrell, after the latter had clattered him to the floor as he unleashed another drop goal. was that JW.? SC.most of his best days were at toulon. and as for his successor if he's half as good as his father was look out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 I reckon the recently-retired Toulon No. 10, Top XIV and Heineken Cup winner, Lion and twice-world cup finalist and winner, a man who played for only two clubs in his professional career and was a model of modesty, hard work and sportsmanship. A player who's fearless tackling went almost unmentioned, for me, my most enduring memory will be the pat on the back he gave to his successor in the Lions No. 10 jersey, Owen Farrell, after the latter had clattered him to the floor as he unleashed another drop goal. was that JW.? SC.most of his best days were at toulon. and as for his successor if he's half as good as his father was look out. Yes; there'snot many that can say their best days were eight, nine, ten years after he won the world cup. And to be so accepted into the hearts of the Toulon team, their management and supporters. Who else could get French rugby fans to wave Union Jacks? SC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossfinn Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 I reckon the recently-retired Toulon No. 10, Top XIV and Heineken Cup winner, Lion and twice-world cup finalist and winner, a man who played for only two clubs in his professional career and was a model of modesty, hard work and sportsmanship. A player who's fearless tackling went almost unmentioned, for me, my most enduring memory will be the pat on the back he gave to his successor in the Lions No. 10 jersey, Owen Farrell, after the latter had clattered him to the floor as he unleashed another drop goal. One of the great sporting moments, I reckon. Never my team, both league or nation, but a great, great player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossfinn Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 A similar event Flintoff's consoling of Lee, within two balls of an Ashes victory, amid wild celebrations, Flintoff put an arm around Lee, great sporting moments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitawatWatawit Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 I reckon the recently-retired Toulon No. 10, Top XIV and Heineken Cup winner, Lion and twice-world cup finalist and winner, a man who played for only two clubs in his professional career and was a model of modesty, hard work and sportsmanship. A player who's fearless tackling went almost unmentioned, for me, my most enduring memory will be he gave to his successor in the Lions No. 10 jersey, Owen Farrell, after the latter had clattered him to the floor as he unleashed another drop goal.was that JW.? SC.most of his best days were at toulon.and as for his successor if he's half as good as his father was look out. Yes; there'snot many that can say their best days were eight, nine, ten years after he won the world cup. And to be so accepted into the hearts of the Toulon team, their management and supporters. Who else could get French rugby fans to wave Union Jacks?SC As a Kiwi, I might grump a bit (All Hail Dan), but JW is one of my idols - begrudgingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcharacters Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Surely Ali, but let's not forget about Nadia. She was the first with all the 10's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhys Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Billy Mills.... foot baller runner 10K Earl the Pear Munroe... basket baller..Nicks and Bullets Willie Mays SF Base Baller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 It was his unstinting practice, his modesty, and, as I mentioned, that pat on the back for Owen Farrell. I don't think he could kick as well as BLOODY ROB ANDREWS but the way that he took his most supreme triumphs - moments that made history - and passed them on to his team mates. Maybe he wasn't the best rugby player of all time, but he was the best sportsman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossfinn Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 I don't know SC, I personally believe his kicking is the best I have ever seen. The strength and power in the tackle, made him the cut above, however on all attributes, in my humble opinion, BOD comes out on top. I cannot think of one extant moment of BOD showing the Owen or Lee moment, but overall I have to go with the BOD as the supreme sportsman, but in comparison with JW, I would hate to have to live off the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soihok Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 After reading a bit further on Carl Fogarty's career, I agree he is one of the greatest. So will replace Barry Sheene with King Carl MBE. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Fogarty WSBK Champ x 4 World Endurance Champ Le Mans 24 Hours Winner Bol d'or Winner World Formula One Champ TT Winner Manx TT Winner Moto GP rider Macau GP Winner Ulster GP Winner NW200 Winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andklei Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Novak Djokovic - Most complete player ever. Pushed tennis to a new level. Michael Schumacher- Success speaks for itself. Always been able to go faster when needed in crucial situations. Dick Fosbury - The way how he single-handedly completely changed and revolutionized his sport is incomparable until today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Sir Don Bradman Rocky Marciano Jesse owens You saw all of these in your time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 No doubt there are greater tennis players than Johnnycake Wilkinson, and although many other kickers now stick their arse out like they're composing a fart he never revolutionised rugby. But as a sportsman he epitomised everything a sportsman should be - excellent in his sport - humble - hard-working to a fault - generous and respectful of his competitors, both in the opposition, and for his own position - loyal to his club - committed to his country - fearless in the game. I don't think that there's any if the alternatives offered on this thread that can tick all those boxes SC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copa8 Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 Manny Pacquaio Wayne Gretzky Michael Jordan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyscot Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 Id have to include 2 boxers in my list of personal greats,,, ali followed by suger ray leonard and carl lewis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted June 13, 2015 Share Posted June 13, 2015 No doubt there are greater tennis players than Johnny Wilkinson, and although many other kickers now stick their arse out like they're composing a fart he never revolutionised rugby. But as a sportsman he epitomised everything a sportsman should be - excellent in his sport - humble - hard-working to a fault - generous and respectful of his competitors, both in the opposition, and for his own position - loyal to his club - committed to his country - fearless in the game. I don't think that there's any if the alternatives offered on this thread that can tick all those boxes SC And now - a CBE to recognise his achievements and his service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krustytheclone Posted June 27, 2015 Share Posted June 27, 2015 Daley Thompson Carl Lewis Olga Korbut Obviously not a sports fan then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickJ Posted June 27, 2015 Share Posted June 27, 2015 Wilt Chamberlain Secrtariat Globadern Flatznek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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