Pick The Best Female Athlete
- by Danielle Lasher
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- in Sports
Being an athlete ain’t easy. Like anything in life, it’s a lifestyle that requires sacrifice, perseverance and dedication—like working out every day and kissing fast food goodbye. While everyone knows that athletes have to go through this kind of rigorous lifestyle in order to achieve greatness, most people just see the results without thinking of all they have to go through to get there. Female athletes especially get overlooked for their athleticism because most of them—to say it plainly—are hot. Most of the time, however, it’s not just a “pretty face” out there, but a talented athlete as well.
Since most viewers are too distracted by a female athlete’s sex appeal, they lose sight of that athlete’s actual expertise in whatever sport they compete. Only a few skilled observers are capable of looking past an athlete’s attraction to see what level of skill that athlete really is. We put together a quiz intended to tell the real spectators from the rubberneckers. Each question has two athletes for you to choose who “would you rather” with. By the end of the quiz, based on your choices, we’ll be able to determine whether you've got game, or if you have no idea what you're talking about.
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Hailing from Australia, Stephanie Rice is a swimmer with three gold medals from competing in the Olympics games. That was during the games held in Beijing back in 2008. Natalie Coughlin, on the other hand, has won her share of medals in the Olympics, too. At the same 2008 Summer Olympics, she had the honor of becoming the first female athlete from America to win six medals in one Olympiad. Pretty impressive! Which swimmer do you like?
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Don’t let either one of their looks fool you—these MMA stars are tough as nails. Paige VanZant fights in the flyweight division. She’s also transcended MMA to appear in TV shows like Dancing with the Stars. Facing her down in the octagon is none other than Brooke Mayo, nicknamed “The Bully.” She also fights in the flyweight division. Which of these two flyweights is the girl?
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Kerri Walsh is a classic beach volleyball player with a lot of heart. She also happens to be gorgeous. She’s not the only one turning heads, however. There’s Jennifer Kessy as well, who plays on the Nivea Corporation’s AVP Tour. In the 2012 London Olympics, she got a silver medal for beach volleyball—an impressive accomplishment. Which of these two California blonde babes do you choose?
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Laisa Andrioli is steaming hot and not afraid to show it off. She’s Brazilian and plays soccer (naturally, she’s from a country where soccer is huge). Kaylyn Kyle is more north in North America, originally from Canada. She currently plays for the National Women’s Soccer League on the Orlando Pride. She managed to even win a bronze medal at the 2012 Olympics, which is an impressive feat. Of the two players, which one is your favorite?
Would you rather?
What is it with pole vaulters being so attractive? Kylie Hutson is from the United States. She once managed to get as high as 4.65 meters back in 2011 (that’s for the outdoor pole vault). Melanie Adams, in addition to pole vaulting, also plays volleyball. She’s competed in the 2012 London Olympic games and is known for being a model. Between these two talented athletes, which one wins in your book?
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You’ve got a choice between two beautiful tennis players. In one corner, there’s Maria Sharapova—the Russian player who holds a career Grand Slam. In the other corner, an Italian ITF title holder who plays with a vicious two-handed backhand. Both are fierce competitors who picked up tennis at a young age. Between the two, which athlete do you choose?
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Perhaps the most popular United States women’s soccer player right now, Hope Solo is a celebrated goalkeeper. She’s won a gold medal in the Olympics, though had some off the field controversy a few years ago after being charged with domestic violence. On the other end of the field is Shelina Zadorsky, a Canadian bronze medalist from competing in Rio during the 2016 Olympic games. It goes without saying, both these women are drop dead gorgeous, but only one of them holds the key to your heart. Which one is it?
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These track and field stars are total babes. Jessica Ennis-Hill is a Brit who can hurdle. Snezana Rodic is a triple jumper, who’s managed to leap into our hearts. Snezana has competed in several events, including the Mediterranean Games, the European Championships, European Indoor Championships and more. If you had to pick between the two of these incredible athletes, which one would it have to be?
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These girls can play ball. Candace Parker is an American basketball player for the Los Angeles Sparks, playing the power forward and center positions. Skylar Diggins is also an American WNBA player, only she plays for the Dallas Wings. Back in 2013, she was drafted the 3rd pick overall (originally on the WNBA team, the Tulsa Shock). Candace was the WNBA All-Star Game MVP back in 2013, while Diggins led Notre Dame back in college to two back-to-back NCAA championship appearances. What baller is on your radar?
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Lindsey Vonn is an American ski racer who once dated Tiger Woods. She’s suffered through her share of injuries over the years, and yet always managed to get back up. On the other side of the ice is Grete Eliassen, who’s won two bronze medals (one for the United States, another for Norway) in the Freestyle World Ski Championships. She’s also competed in the popular Winter X Games. If you have to pick one, who would it be?
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Two gorgeous blondes are what these two soccer players are. Don’t be fooled though, they got game to back it up. Lauren Sesselmann competed in the Olympics to win a bronze medal. She even has her own fitness DVDs called “Fit As a Pro with Lauren Sesselmann” (we’ll be ordering those). Then there’s Heather Mitts, who–aside from having the most appropriate last name for a soccer player—has competed in the Olympics as well. She even competed in the FIFA World Cup. Which one do you pick?
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Whoever said girls can’t race cars never saw Danica Patrick or Maryeve Dufault before. These two chicks are the real stuff. Danica has crossed over into pop culture beyond racing through modeling and advertisements. She’s also the only woman to win in an IndyCar Series. Maryeve, who is from Quebec, has been in numerous races including Formula BMW and ARCA Racing Series. Which of these two racers would you consider a hot rod?
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At the 2018 Australian Open, Caroline Wozniacki won a Grand Slam. As of this past month, she is ranked number 1. Serena holds Grand Slam titles in multiple categories, while also boasting a record of 783-130 in singles. There were even rumors at one time about Serena dating hip-hop recording artist Drake. Caroline has won over twenty WTA titles in singles, even winning the most in a year during the 2008-2011 stretch. Which tennis player is it going to be?
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Two sharpshooters have you in their sights. First up, there’s Amber Hill, a Brit sport shooter who’s won gold medals in the European Games and Commonwealth Championships. On the other hand, there’s Erika Jones, who wields a different kind of weapon–a bow. With it, she’s managed to shoot her way through the World Championships, World Cup Final and World Games with successes in all. She even won a title when she was just 13 years of age (she’s now 29). Which one is playing cupid?
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Marlen Esparza is considered to be a beautiful boxer. She’s won bronze in the 2012 London Olympic games, while boasting medals in her competitions on the World Champions level as well. The year she competed in the Olympics was the first year women’s boxing officially became part of the Olympics. In the other side of the ring, you have Laila Ali–the daughter to the Muhammad Ali, the greatest boxer. She’s gorgeous and held titles in both super middleweight and light heavyweight. Which one knocks your lights out?
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An American goalkeeping babe, Ashlyn Harris plays soccer for the Orlando Pride. She should also take pride in her good looks. Selina Wagner plays the position of midfielder for SC Freiburg in Germany. She competed in the FIFA Women’s World Cup back in 2010. Between these two tough choices, which soccer girl do you vibe with more—Ashlyn or Selina?
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It’s easy to lose sight of just how monstrous (in a good way) female MMA fighters really are. Considered one of the best strikers in the women’s flyweight division, Jessica “Evil” Eye has got it all when it comes to offense and defense. On the other side of the octagon, you have Felice Herrig, who fights now in the strawweight division, currently sitting at nine on the list of the UFC’s rankings. Which of these MMA fighters has got it all?
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The ice melts when these two players are tearing it up. Monique Lamoureux is great at defense, shoots right and represents the Minnesota Whitecaps. She also competed in the 2010 Winter Olympics for the United States and has a twin sister who plays hockey, too. Anna Prugova is on the Russia women’s national ice hockey team, also playing at the 2010 Winter Olympics. She’s also won a bronze medal for the IIHF Women’s World Championship. Which player has got your attention?
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These two pole vaulters have made a point in our hearts. Allison Stokke, originally from California, broke records when she was just in high school. It didn’t take long for her to become a sensation, even at a young age. Then there’s Yelena Isinbayeva, a Russian pole vaulter who’s competed in the Olympic games and won two gold medals in 2004 and 2008. Both women have achieved a lot, but which one is your pick?
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An MMA fighter from Aurora, Colorado, Michelle Waterson fights out of the women’s strawweight division where she’s currently ranked seventh on the UFC. Back in 2013-2014, while she was still fighting in the women’s atomweight division, she was number one. Who hasn’t heard about this next fighter, Ronda Rousey? While she hasn’t been in the ring for some time, she’s still officially “active” until declared otherwise. She cleaned up the Bantamweight division before suffering two major losses. Which MMA fighter has your interest?
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A Russian tennis player and a Luxembourgish tennis player go head to head for your heart. They’re playing a match to determine who gets to go out on a date with you. What do their resumes show? Mandy has a record of 389-323 in singles with 11 ITF titles. On the other hand, Anna won the Gold Coast Open doubles back in 2000, while also capturing a big presence internationally. Which tennis player wins a date with you?
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Both of these girls are gifted in the looks department. They also have equal or better skills when it comes to balling on the court. Esra Sencebe is Turkish and plays basketball on Fenerbahce, the women’s team based in Istanbul. Elena Delle Donne is American and on the WNBA team called the Washington Mystics. Really, whichever one you choose is a win-win.
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Alexia Putellas is a Spanish soccer player in Barcelona. A huge accomplishment came for her back in 2014-2015 when she was named the best Catalan player (congratulations, Alexia!). Lauri Byrne can certainly be considered one of the most beautiful soccer players to grace the field. She has a lot of accomplishments to her name, including 2010 NSCAA All-Region Second Team and more. Which one of these gals shot a goal into your heart?
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Hockey is a brutal sport—but it’s not as brutal as this choice is going to be. Meeri Raisanen is a Finnish goaltender who had the honor of being chosen to compete—on behalf of Finland—during the 2014 Olympic games. Unfortunately, she didn’t end up playing in the games during that Olympics. Hilary Knight is an American player at the forward position. Hilary participated in the 2010 and 2014 Winter Olympics. Which Olympic Hockey player is the one?
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It’s an old-fashioned shoot-out between these two soccer players for your affection. On one end of the field is Stephanie Catley, who manages to play both for Melbourne City as a defender and on the women’s national team in Australia. She’s not to be trifled with. On the other end of the field, you have Sydney Leroux, who has the privilege of having won Olympic gold. Which soccer play has more pep in their step?
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She’s one of the most popular U.S. women’s athletes today—Alex Morgan has managed to transcend soccer into the mainstream. Josefine Oqvist is a Swedish soccer player (or technically footballer, as they call it around the world) known for coming through in a pinch. Back in 2003, she scored a critical goal that allowed Sweden to advance to the finals. She’s also posed in bikini photoshoots, which won’t get any complaints out of us. Which one do you choose?
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Both pro golfers, Gulbis plays on the LPGA Tour. She’s racked up 4 career wins overall so far since turning pro in 2001. Almost six feet tall, Blair O’Neal is probably better known for her modeling and TV anchor careers more than her golfing. Still, she’s managed to find a way to translate her talents into other fields and that’s commendable. Of these two blonde babes, which one do you pick?
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These two soccer players have it all. Anouk Anna Hoogendijk is a Dutch player who can play midfielder or as a defender. She’s played in the World Cup twice for the Dutch women’s national team. Hailing from Canada is Jonelle Filigno, who competed in London back in 2012 for the Olympics, from which she won a bronze medal. These two players are not only separated by the Atlantic Ocean, but soon by your choice for who has your interest the most.
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Eugenie Bouchard has been tearing it up in tennis over the years. She currently sits on a singles record of 225-157, a 49-54 in doubles and plays right-handed with a two-handed backhand. On the other end is Venus Williams, sister to Serena Williams, who’s won 49 career titles. She was once at the top of the list at number 1 back in 2002. Which of these is your pick?
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Previously playing on a series of youth teams in Germany was Julia Simic. She’s now a player for SC Freiburg on the women’s team. She once posted for German Playboy. Natalie Vinti is Mexican, born in America and plays for the San Diego Toreros. She also works at Fitbit in her position as a Professional Services Recruiter. Both women have had successful careers in soccer, though they’re on different sides of the world. Which side do you lean more towards?
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An American golfer, Jessica Korda sure is tall—standing at almost 6 feet! She’s certainly got that classic blonde look, too. She’s even had three major wins and has competed in the World Amateur Team Championship. Lexi Thompson is a stunner, and she’s also great with a nine iron. Back in 2011, she ended up winning the Ladies European Tour—an impressive accomplishment. She’s American and doesn’t have a problem competing anywhere. Which of these two dynamite ladies is your pick?
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They say French women are divine, but we’ll let you be the judge. Laure Boulleau is a French soccer player on the Paris Saint-Germain club. She plays the position of defender. Maurine Dorneles Goncalves (she has a long name)—or she goes simply by Maurine–is from Brazil. She can play midfielder or even defender. She’s even appeared on the American Women’s Professional Soccer league. Which of these two beautiful soccer players would you dream of being with?
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McKayla Maroney is “not impressed” unless you pick her. She’s an Olympic gymnast who became an internet meme sensation back in the 2012 London games. Nastia Liukin—while not known for having an internet meme—certainly has accomplished a lot. She has nine World Championship medals in all. While she is Russian, she’s competed for the U.S. national women’s team. Sadly, she didn’t make the Olympic team back in 2012. What gymnast is the one?
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Puerto Rican and Asian-American Julie Chu represents the beauty of diversity in America. She plays forward for the U.S. Women’s team, while on the Les Canadiennes she plays defense. Back in 2007, she won a big accomplishment—the Patty Kazmaier award for best female collegiate hockey player during her time at Harvard (way to go Julie!). Tanja Eisenschmid is from Germany originally, but plays for the Minnesota Whitecaps. She’s competed at the 2014 Olympics while representing Germany. Which girl do you pick?
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When these girls get on their skis, they soar. Sarah Burke is a veteran of the X Games, having won gold four times. She even won in 2005 for competing in the halfpipe. Lynsey Dyer, on the other side of the ice, also does freestyle skiing. She isn’t limited to just skiing though, opening up a movie production and clothes company. Which girl do you go with?
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If you haven’t heard of Aly Raisman, something is seriously wrong. She’s one of the most popular Olympic athletes in recent years because of her feats in gymnastics for the U.S. team. Although not as well known, Giulia Steingruber is accomplished as well. From Switzerland, she won the bronze medal when she competed in Rio back in 2016 for vault. Between these two Olympic beauties, which one is it going to be?
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Track and field isn’t for the faint of heart. You’ve got to have a lot of stamina and endurance to compete. The two runners competing for your heart are Natasha Hastings and Ivet Lalova. In the 100 meters, Natasha managed to run it in 11.24 seconds. Ivet has competed in many events including the European Championships. Of these two runners, which one made it to the finish line?
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From Canada, Emerance Maschmeyer plays for Canada’s team in hockey. She’s currently on the Montreal Les Canadiennes. Viona Harrer is a German hockey player as a goaltender. This girl has what it takes to compete with anyone, playing for the Tolzer Lowen—a team of all males. She’s once been voted at a tournament as the top goaltender back in 2009. Which one of these tough hockey babes is the girl of your dreams?
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A Swedish soccer player on the club PSG women’s team, Kasovare Asllani is 25 years old. Her nickname is Kosse and she’s skilled at scoring. Nayeli Rangel is on Mexico’s national team for women and plays the position of midfielder. She grew up in Monterrey, Mexico. She was the captain of Mexico’s team during the World Cup in 2015. Which one of these kickers do you choose?
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Both soccer players, Julie Johnston is American and Jessica Landstrom is Swedish. Jessica is a forward who played in the Olympic tournament back in 2008 and the World Cup a few years after that in 2011. Julie is a midfielder playing for the U.S. women’s team and is a total blonde stunner. We dare you to pick one of these two incredible athletes.
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Maybe arm-wrestling isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of athletic women–but you don’t know what you’re missing. Sarah Backman is more than just an arm wrestler—she also wrestles and has a career as a real estate broker (talk about talented). Lesser-known Irina Makeeva has competed in the European Armwrestling championship and is a total babe on top of it. Which armwrestler are you for?
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Fighting out of Mexico City, Mariana Juarez is a dangerous beauty. She made her U.S. debut back in 2001, racking up 3 knockouts up to that point in time. Six years later, she would go on to win the IBA world bantamweight title, a huge achievement. In the blue corner, you have Clarissa Shields, who’s been on a fiery streak. She was also the first American boxer to win back-to-back gold medals in the Olympic games, proving so in London and Rio. Of these two pugilists, which one is the real deal?
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Playing for the Phoenix Mercury, this Women’s National Basketball Association player named Diana Taurasi was the rookie of the year back in 2004. On the other end of the pond is the Croatian basketball player named Antonija Misura. Antonija has competed in the Mediterranean Games, the Olympics in 2012, and EuroBasket Women. She’s considered one of the most beautiful athletes to currently compete, but is she the better athlete?
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Paige Spiranac is a pro golfer who’s known better lately for being in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition. She also opposes the new code issued in 2017 where players are forced to a stricter dress code. It makes sense, considering Paige’s bigger than average cleavage. On the other end of the fairway is Sandra Gal. Originally from Germany, she plays in the LPGA Tour. Which of these two consummate athletes has your vote?
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An American soccer player, Ali Krieger is a FIFA World Cup Champion from when she represented the United States women’s team. Toni Duggan is English and formerly played for the Everton Ladies and Manchester City in Britain. She currently plays either a winger or forward for two teams, including Barcelona. Krieger has been to two World Cups, including 2011 and 2015. Which player has your attention?
