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Who or What would you Declare the Best Athlete?

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Who or What would you Declare the Best Athlete?

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Tiger Woods has been called "the Best Athlete" because of his domination of his chosen sport.  He on the other hand says that Michael Schumacher is the best Athlete.  But the thing is Schumacher is a Formula One driver, who is dominating, but some don't think that is a real athlete.  I am in that crowd.

Golf is not a demanding, physically, sport, but it sure is mentally.  I guess in that respect, so is race car driving.

But I am curious, for the sports aficionados out there, what or who do you consider to be the best Athlete?  And why?

Strength?  Skill? Dominance?

For anyone interested, tell me who, and why.  Frankly, I think that Tiger is the greatest Golf Player of all time, but best Athlete?  I don't know.

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Reply #26 from JoeUser Forums Top
Okay, the best athletes need to be proficient in strength, agility and mental focus...something along the lines of a triathlon competetor.

Im not sure I know of every competitive sport that exists, but soccer, and basketball come to mind.

In my opinion, hockey players are the best all around athletes. Powerful, and well balanced, and you have to admit, its tough to compare the tenacity of any other athlete to the hockey player.

Whos the best? I cant really say. There are far to many professional athletes to know
Reply #27 from JoeUser Forums Top
Gotta love real football!


Especially when the Raiders are winning.
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Reply #28 from JoeUser Forums Top
In my opinion, hockey players are the best all around athletes


Considering I can barely stand on ice skates, I will not argue your choice!   
Reply #29 from JoeUser Forums Top
As far as some of the best athletes, I liked hearing Michael Jordon. Wayne Gretzky in his prime; maybe Bo Jackson....Mark Spitz
Reply #30 from JoeUser Forums Top
Wayne Gretzky


Well, if you think Hockey is the best sport, then I would agree with this choice.
But all of your choices are excellant candidates.