The Best Athletes Of 2022

Who is the best athlete of 2022? Most of the athletes on this list are among the all time best athletes at their sport. To be the best athlete in the world, these sports stars must train relentlessly, compete at the highest level, and win championships as well as annual awards. On this list, you'll find stars in every sport from badminton to the major leagues, gold medalists to ten-time Pro Bowlers, and everyone in between. So, who are the best athletes in 2022? Which professional athletes do you love? 

When it comes to 2022 best athletes, NBA point guard Steph Curry is near the top, as is his longtime rival LeBron James - both of who should be considered among the best athletes of all time. The best NFL players of 2022 can be found here too, such as Cooper Kupp and Patrick Mahomes. There are also the best soccer players of 2022, like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Cristiano Ronaldo. This list also includes the best female athletes of 2022, such as Serena Williams, Diana Taurasi, and Sunisa Lee. 

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