Extraordinary Female Athletes to Ever Grace This Planet

Let's give a round of applause to the women who have paved the path for many sports aspirants worldwide. The female athletes listed here have shaped how people perceive their sport and, with their incredible talent, have compelled the world to sit up and take notice. 

1. Serena Williams - The Tennis Icon

Blessed with exceptional talent, Serena Williams deserves every accolade that has come her way. She's one of the most accomplished tennis stars in the world, and her singular dominance over the sport throughout her 27-year career is the stuff legends are made of. 

Well known for her aggressive, high-risk power play, Serena has been the queen of Aces. She made winning 23 Grand Slam titles seem like a cakewalk, with her as the topmost player of the Open Era. Her forceful groundstrokes have inspired generations of girls to take up the sport and follow in her illustrious footsteps. 

In 2022, Serena broke a million hearts by announcing that she'd consciously step away from tennis to focus on her evolution in other areas. She refused to call it retirement, but we all know what that means. People believe her swansong was her match against Ajla Tomljanović in the 2022 US Opens.

2. Mia Hamm - Soccer Hall of Famer

When we speak of women's soccer, Mia Hamm's name is at the forefront of all discussions. Born with a club foot, she started playing soccer even before she turned five and excelled at the sport throughout her schooling. She may have hung up her boots in 2004, but her phenomenal contribution to the sport during her 17-year career continues to hog the limelight.



Mia made her professional debut at 15 in 1987 and became the youngest to play for the US Women's National Soccer team. Until 2013, the two-time Olympic Gold medal winner was the player with the most international goals. She remains the top player with the most career assists - a record 144.



Regarded as one of the most prominent female soccer players, Mia's powerful goal-striking ability is one of a kind. An agile dribbler and team player, she's known for her intricate footwork, stamina, incredible speed, and consistency on the field.

3. Lindsey Vonn - Alpine Skiing Legend

Whether on the slopes or off it, Lindsey Vonn has always been a go-getter. She took to the slopes earlier than most at the tender age of two and became a professional skier within the next five years. Her entire life revolved around the piste until 2019, when she was forced to retire due to injuries. 

Lindsey reigned over the ice slopes for two decades, winning a remarkable 82 races and becoming a phenomenal alpine skier of all time. She's also the most decorated Olympian with seven group medals besides the solo wins. 

Throughout her heyday as a professional skier, Lindsey has endorsed many prestigious brands; post-retirement, she has taken up modeling and acting. She has also been busy designing a ski collection. We have no doubts that she'll excel in everything she sets her mind to. 

4. Babe Didrikson Zaharias - A Trailblazing Athlete

At a time when sports was considered a man's domain, Babe Didrikson Zaharias sped through the scene with incredible athleticism and finesse that left everyone in doubt of her versatility as an athlete. She shone at the 1932 Summer Olympics, bringing home two Gold medals in track and field, excelling at javelin and 80-meter hurdles. 

A year before, she was playing basketball and, after the Olympics, switched to pursue her interest in golf. By 1935, Babe had already established a thriving career as a professional golfer. Even though she entered the sport late, she won ten LPGA major championship titles between 1940 and 1954. 

Babe also played baseball briefly before embarking on a golf career and still holds the World record for the farthest throw by a woman athlete. She passed away in 1956, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy in sports. 

5. Danica Patrick - A NASCAR Driver Par Excellence

professional NASCAR racer, she has been up close and personal with every aspect of speed during her two-decade career. 

The young Danica began karting at ten, finding immense pleasure in driving, and soon the drive to excel at car racing took over. She spent the next two decades doing just that, becoming one of the most successful open-wheel car racers in the history of the sport in America. 

Danica officially retired from the sport in 2018 after the Indianapolis 500 race and has become an inspiration to girls who want to break the gender barriers to follow their passion in something that's predominantly been seen as a men's sport. 

We can wax eloquent about these extraordinary women athletes forever, and the accolades heaped on them would still not be enough. Their excellence in sports continued to drive and shape the dreams of young girls in this world. We cannot wait to see many following in their footsteps and creating another history.