Bo Jackson was the best athlete in the world at one time. To be able to play two professional sports at the highest level. To compete against the best and still be the best.. in multiple sports. The mind set would have to be out of this world. The ability to condition your body . In sports muscle memory through repetition is important. To switch from one sport and then reconditioned you body muscle memory for another is a God giving talent.
Bolt used to be a 400m runner before switching to pure sprints because he didn't like the grueling training. Needless to say, I'm sure he's run a mile training for it in the past.
Yeah, besides that MP and Ryan Lochte were both beaten in swimming by an average nba player - Kris Humphries at the young age. That's why I think NBA players are much better athletes, probably the best out there.
He doesn't have the accomplishments that Lebron has, but imo Giannis Antetokounpo may take the title from Lebron soon. KD is also beast mode, and Anthony Davis as well, but I think besides Lebron, the Greek Freak is the most athletically gifted in the NBA.
lebron chokes in his own game. ranolda won title in the premier and liga and won trophy in every continent you can think of lebron ahd to go join forces to win 1 ring and he is slowing down already and ronaldo just won another championship 2 days ago. and ronaldo will be pick before lebron anyday when it comes to looks with the females
do you know how fast ronaldo is? there's no way lebron would ever catch up on him, so ronaldo wins in sprints. in physical sports lebron would kill ronaldo, i don't disagree with that
I think a great athlete is one who excels at more than one sport. Deion Sanders, Bo Jackson, Jim Thorpe, Charlie Ward, were all great 2 sport athletes.
I'm going to go into the baseball world here, and go with Mike Trout as the best athlete. He is 6 foot two inches, but weighs 235 pounds. He can run 21 miles an hour, and is also incredibly strong.
The answer to this question should always be whoever is the World/Olympic Decathlon or Heptathlon champion. There's no other greater measure of all around athleticism than that.
I think this question is a bit ambiguous--is the prompt referring to raw athleticism; i.e.running, jumping, strength? Or, is it referring to athletic accomplishments; i.e. best in a sport, world records, championships? I believe they were trying to get at the first option: who has the best combination of natural abilities, not necessarily who the best sports player is. For those reasons, I believe that Westbrook and LeBron were great picks. And, that's also why I believe that Floyd Mayweather isn't the best option. But, each responder seemed to interpret the question differently.
Many of you guys in the comments completely missed what the topic addressed. The question was, Who do you think is the best athlete in the world _today_? Not the best athlete of all time, or even the best _player_ of all time (you have "best player ever" types who weren't very athletic, like Larry Bird). They're talking about who stands out most in today's era of sports in terms of their athleticism.
+SuperGamer87 Understanding the question carefully, I would definitely agree that LeBron James is, pound-for-pound, the best athlete in the world today. It was obvious even back when he was a rookie that he'd be a special player. For a man his size, he can pretty much do it all, in terms of sheer performance, broad skill set, and commanding the floor. He would've thrived in the older rougher style of 80s/90s NBA rules, and he commands a domineering presence in the NBA on both ends of the floor. In addition to his athleticism (though, not part of the criteria of choosing "best athlete today"), LeBron's also got high basketball acumen, a good read at other people's playing styles, and carries a healthy respect for the legends who paved the way for him. He'll probably make a solid head coach or sports analyst someday.
+SuperGamer87 Though, I do definitely agree that Russell Westbrook deserves a mention. Talk about athleticism. *_Phew_* He's only about 6-foot-3, which is rather on the "short" side in NBA terms, but he always plays with more horsepower than the whole opposing team. Nobody attacks the rim with more ferocity, or drives relentless with more stamina. Like these gentlemen stated, Russell could've played baseball or football with his level of intensity, and still fared as the ferocious beast that he is. If he had cared to, he could've easily been a Bo Jackson, in today's era of sports.
+SuperGamer87 But I think Shaq's a bit crazy if he thinks Floyd "Money" Mayweather deserves a mention here as "best athlete today." Floyd's not even the best BOXER in today's era of sports. He's more smart crafty fighter than a powerful display of athleticism. And he certainly hasn't been in his prime for quite some years now. Floyd doesn't overpower or overwhelm anyone he faces--he outplays them, with strategy. I wouldn't mistake his _success_ as a boxer with being an example of peak athleticism.
Currently I would probably go with Lebron James, but just to mix it up, I'll say Sonny Bill Williams. If we had to go for most athletic of all time, I'd say Mike Tyson.
Sorry Steve Kerr I going to have to disagree with you because for me, Bo Jackson was the greatest athlete who ever lived, on occurrence to his injury he probably would've been the best player ever.👍
+Camden Knies Just that soccer relies on skills more than the above mentioned sports. You dont have to be the fastest, tallest, strongest. The only important physical aspects in soccer is stamina to last you for 90+ mins or even 2 hours of playing time.
no way man sonny bill williams. Rugby union/league/rugby7s/boxing champion. That guy is faster, more powerful, just as skilful and has better stamina than Lebron. He is a monster.
who is the Best athletes in the world this year's? i guess you guys couldn't watch soccer games .. i would say.. Cristiano Ronaldo best athletes in the world
These basketball players get tired within 30 mins of play and you guys think they are the best athletes in the world. People like Djokovic Ronaldo Murray don't even get a mention ? Lol at the people who think Lebron is fast. If hes so fast why doesn't he set the world record.
He is fast for his weight and height you freaking moron, you are to dumb for your own good lol... Tennis players are phenomenal athlets but it's pretty basic really, fast feat and stamina, rest is playing iq. If you have speed, strength, elasticity and is tall you always gonna have the advantage. Let's put it this way, Lebron would be alot better at tennis than Murray or Djokovic would be at basketball. He would beat them at almost anything outside of theire own sport because of what type of athlete he is.
George st pierre is a much better fighter he's Canadian I'm black I feel there going to pick a black person because there black but Reggie had the worse pick of them all
outside america basketball is not even among top 5 best sports games thats why you here this lbj,and that mma fighter what the fuck is his name again? even east african runners who run 42 kilometers in 2 hours 17 minutes will never be there tell any of your best athletes to try that or even the entire nation for 8hrs it would be a national disaster.
"I'm probably gonna have to go with Steve kerr" GETS ME EVERY TIME 😂😂
you heard it guys, the most athletic in the world is Steve Kerr
Bo Jackson was the best athlete in the world at one time. To be able to play two professional sports at the highest level. To compete against the best and still be the best.. in multiple sports. The mind set would have to be out of this world. The ability to condition your body . In sports muscle memory through repetition is important. To switch from one sport and then reconditioned you body muscle memory for another is a God giving talent.
Deion sanders was better
+Griffen Conner At football.
Bo was the only player to play in all star games for both the NFL and NBA Deion never played in a MLB all star game
Angelo Francisco I know I meant the MLB
Who asked if Silva could run a mile? That is a dumb question.
Bolt used to be a 400m runner before switching to pure sprints because he didn't like the grueling training. Needless to say, I'm sure he's run a mile training for it in the past.
In terms of pure athletic ability: Wilt Chamberlain
No oh oh!! He just doesnt have the competition in his time..
hes dead but okay lol....michael phelps is the correct answer....
Yeah, besides that MP and Ryan Lochte were both beaten in swimming by an average nba player - Kris Humphries at the young age. That's why I think NBA players are much better athletes, probably the best out there.
Eugene Lefebvre they were talking about players today not of all time
hahaha that u think !
Imma throw out Ashton Eaton. World Record holder in the Decathlon. I mean talk about a guy who literally does it all
tacodestroyer11 he does cardiovascular. That's it.
Shaq is always THAT guy in ever Open Court
Bo Jackson if he wasn't old or injured.
Deon or Bo. Best of all-time
CR7 before 2013 is definitely the most athletic athlete
-"think he could run a mile?"
yes.
I think Lebron James, Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7) and Floyd Mayweather are the best athletes.
Westbrook too
you got to put Usain bolt on there those guys are great but Usain bolt is the fastest man ever !! and mankind has been running for a very long time
Mayweather is amazing at beating up women. What a jerk.
Butterbean messi
Butterbean ronaldo isn't that athletic
Top 5 :
1- usain bolt
2- lebron james
3- cristiano ronaldo
4- westbrook
5- julio jones
Jon Jones or Floyd Mayweather would be a great addition as well.
Did C webb just ask if an mma fighter can run a mile? Omg..
He doesn't have the accomplishments that Lebron has, but imo Giannis Antetokounpo may take the title from Lebron soon. KD is also beast mode, and Anthony Davis as well, but I think besides Lebron, the Greek Freak is the most athletically gifted in the NBA.
when chuck said steve kerr i fuckin died for a sec xD
Bo jackson
Bo Jackson
Ronaldo?
lebron chokes in his own game. ranolda won title in the premier and liga and won trophy in every continent you can think of lebron ahd to go join forces to win 1 ring and he is slowing down already and ronaldo just won another championship 2 days ago.
and ronaldo will be pick before lebron anyday when it comes to looks with the females
do you know how fast ronaldo is? there's no way lebron would ever catch up on him, so ronaldo wins in sprints. in physical sports lebron would kill ronaldo, i don't disagree with that
the way Cristiano Ronaldo's name wasn't mention not even once was blasmphemous
americans dont know shit about soccer they cant even name 1 soccer player
+Phon Xieng (MrMuaythai84) thts not true
nosha blue Yes it is. I'm American and I cant name one. Guarantee none my friends can either. Sometimes I can find a Fifa fan but its not normal.
They'd need to get Ginobili on here, or Dirk, one of the international players.
Thats because sooco players are pussies. Incredibly skillful,pussies
I think a great athlete is one who excels at more than one sport. Deion Sanders, Bo Jackson, Jim Thorpe, Charlie Ward, were all great 2 sport athletes.
Jim Brown
Deon Sanders
Sonny Bill Williams as an all around athlete deserves a shout
Ima add in Herschel Walker in that list.
I'm going to go into the baseball world here, and go with Mike Trout as the best athlete. He is 6 foot two inches, but weighs 235 pounds. He can run 21 miles an hour, and is also incredibly strong.
they ain't even mentioned michael phelps wow...
Usain Bolt surely.
Destroying world records in his event...
USAIN BOLT
Agree with Lebron and usain but Cristiano Ronaldo is also in the arguement and Muhammad Ali
The answer to this question should always be whoever is the World/Olympic Decathlon or Heptathlon champion. There's no other greater measure of all around athleticism than that.
Ronaldo
Can Newton is a pretty good athlete. He is 6'5" and 235 pounds, and is fast as hell, and can jump.
Racing also had great body demands.. Specially motorcycle..
Fletch.....6 foot 5. 6 foot 9 with the afro! Best athlete ever!
I think this question is a bit ambiguous--is the prompt referring to raw athleticism; i.e.running, jumping, strength? Or, is it referring to athletic accomplishments; i.e. best in a sport, world records, championships? I believe they were trying to get at the first option: who has the best combination of natural abilities, not necessarily who the best sports player is. For those reasons, I believe that Westbrook and LeBron were great picks. And, that's also why I believe that Floyd Mayweather isn't the best option. But, each responder seemed to interpret the question differently.
Bo Jackson is the greatest athlete ever now I think it's cam
Usain Bolt
westbrook
Many of you guys in the comments completely missed what the topic addressed.
The question was, Who do you think is the best athlete in the world _today_?
Not the best athlete of all time, or even the best _player_ of all time (you have "best player ever" types who weren't very athletic, like Larry Bird).
They're talking about who stands out most in today's era of sports in terms of their athleticism.
+SuperGamer87 Understanding the question carefully, I would definitely agree that LeBron James is, pound-for-pound, the best athlete in the world today. It was obvious even back when he was a rookie that he'd be a special player.
For a man his size, he can pretty much do it all, in terms of sheer performance, broad skill set, and commanding the floor. He would've thrived in the older rougher style of 80s/90s NBA rules, and he commands a domineering presence in the NBA on both ends of the floor.
In addition to his athleticism (though, not part of the criteria of choosing "best athlete today"), LeBron's also got high basketball acumen, a good read at other people's playing styles, and carries a healthy respect for the legends who paved the way for him. He'll probably make a solid head coach or sports analyst someday.
+SuperGamer87 Though, I do definitely agree that Russell Westbrook deserves a mention. Talk about athleticism. *_Phew_*
He's only about 6-foot-3, which is rather on the "short" side in NBA terms, but he always plays with more horsepower than the whole opposing team. Nobody attacks the rim with more ferocity, or drives relentless with more stamina.
Like these gentlemen stated, Russell could've played baseball or football with his level of intensity, and still fared as the ferocious beast that he is. If he had cared to, he could've easily been a Bo Jackson, in today's era of sports.
+SuperGamer87 But I think Shaq's a bit crazy if he thinks Floyd "Money" Mayweather deserves a mention here as "best athlete today."
Floyd's not even the best BOXER in today's era of sports. He's more smart crafty fighter than a powerful display of athleticism. And he certainly hasn't been in his prime for quite some years now.
Floyd doesn't overpower or overwhelm anyone he faces--he outplays them, with strategy. I wouldn't mistake his _success_ as a boxer with being an example of peak athleticism.
+SuperGamer87 yes he is the best.. He plays two sport in a match.. He box and he ran, very fast..
Without a doubt lebron james. Close 2nd is russell Westbrook. Honorable mentions cristiano ronaldo, Michel
Michael Phelps floyd mayweather gsp ( in accordance to when they filmed this)
Charles is hilarious hahah
LBJ, M. Phelps
Currently I would probably go with Lebron James, but just to mix it up, I'll say Sonny Bill Williams.
If we had to go for most athletic of all time, I'd say Mike Tyson.
Ms Williams!
Serena Williams
I have to say pound for pounds the top 3 athletes in the world currently are Odell Beckham Jr., CR7, and Brock Lesnar
Lesnar in his peak OMG
Early 00s??? Different beast
Wilt Chamberlain
Bill Russell
Jordan
LeBron
CR7
They are just different
ronaldo sec triple g third Adrian petterson
Darren sproles was pretty good too he could be an olympic runner/hurdler if he really trained for it
Stop
Gsp out wrestled anybody even Olympic wrestlers and phelps over 20 medals 18 gold, 2 of the most dominant athletes in their sports
BO JACKSON!
GSP
bo Jackson is the greatest athlete ever!!
Bo Jackson, Christiano Ronaldo, Michael Jordan, but the best athlete ever probably is Lebron James
imagine lebron, westbrook and carter in volleyball... wing spikers
Anybody ever think of Adrian Peterson?
Barry sanders
+Raed Farraj lol this guy didn't pay attention in class...
Americans don't notice anything but basketball
soccer players are the best athletes according to some science thing I saw on tv a couple yrs ago
1:06 ok so that was funny but the room got so loud and u couldnt hear anything and it was so intense😂
they forget nadal and federer? tennis is crazy
if this was of all time Bo Jackson is the most athletic
Sorry Steve Kerr I going to have to disagree with you because for me, Bo Jackson was the greatest athlete who ever lived, on occurrence to his injury he probably would've been the best player ever.👍
Really can anyone of skate hockey is where it is at a anybody can run and jump very on natural to skate boys
if were talkin bout Greatest of ALL TIME no doubt its Bruce F*** Lee HaYaaaahh!!!
mayweather? give your head a shake
How didn't they say Brock lesnar
Al Bundy #33
The NFL linebacker is the best athlete in the world. Any of them.....
If we're talking about today then it's Lebron James. If we're talking about all time greatest athlete then it's Bo Jackson.
Hmm... PHELPS!! BOLT!!! U GOTTA B KIDDING ME!!
There is no pg like Derrick Rose. He was not mentioned because he is not the star nor athlete anymore
It's LeBron first then cr7
Russell Westbrook MVP hahahs
Russel Westbrook good at soccer? Please
Why not
+Camden Knies
Just that soccer relies on skills more than the above mentioned sports. You dont have to be the fastest, tallest, strongest. The only important physical aspects in soccer is stamina to last you for 90+ mins or even 2 hours of playing time.
was thinking about steve nash for a second
His freakish athleticism would certainly help.
CR7
The best athlete in the world is Ashton Eaton. End of story.
They never steen Cristiano Ronaldo show them 1 video they are going to forget about everyone else
no way man sonny bill williams. Rugby union/league/rugby7s/boxing champion. That guy is faster, more powerful, just as skilful and has better stamina than Lebron. He is a monster.
I agree bro. He is a beast!
Lebron vs sonny bill isn't even close lol, Lebron by light years + some
+Bradley Field what the fuck are you smoking man?!
+Lewis Macdonald smoking the reality lol
+Bradley Field sonny bill Williams is stronger, faster, has better stamina and is a world champion across 3 different sports?!
i cant believe Bo Jackson didnt get a mention
+Joseph Was Bo the guy that got in all star in different sports? Sorry i dont watch american sports much.
yeah in baseball and football, weighed like 240 of all muscle, could run, jump, hit, he could do it all
+Joseph lol wat hell nah
+G Sleezy he was better than any of those guys
+G Sleezy u must be a kid. Any older head knows bo was a fucking legend
Where tf is CR7
Lebron James all the way
I'm no nascar fan but those guys are definitely athletes. It's incredible physically demanding
shaqpopcorn34 in formula 1 the g force is like going through multiple space shuttle launches on every lap
Wat about Ronaldo
who is the Best athletes in the world this year's?
i guess you guys couldn't watch soccer games ..
i would say.. Cristiano Ronaldo best athletes in the world
Lol being an American this makes me cringe. They just choosing their sport. Except woods who deserves it even more.
PK Subban
I disagree I think football and soccer have the most athletes
i think athletics, swimmers, are the most athletic than football, soccer than basketball
These basketball players get tired within 30 mins of play and you guys think they are the best athletes in the world.
People like Djokovic Ronaldo Murray don't even get a mention ?
Lol at the people who think Lebron is fast. If hes so fast why doesn't he set the world record.
He is fast for his weight and height you freaking moron, you are to dumb for your own good lol...
Tennis players are phenomenal athlets but it's pretty basic really, fast feat and stamina, rest is playing iq. If you have speed, strength, elasticity and is tall you always gonna have the advantage.
Let's put it this way, Lebron would be alot better at tennis than Murray or Djokovic would be at basketball. He would beat them at almost anything outside of theire own sport because of what type of athlete he is.
They clearly don't watch rugby
Almost nobody watches rugby in America, so you what do you expect.
Ignore the first you
You literally all watch about 2 sports hence why very obvious names like Ronaldo somehow don’t come up
I thought it was Brock Lesnar until the drug deal, but now it's Connor McGregor.
Hes the best showman. No where near the best athlete.
LBJ... period
someone said brock lesnar those scripted nonsence
George st pierre is a much better fighter he's Canadian I'm black I feel there going to pick a black person because there black but Reggie had the worse pick of them all
You have to get in a car and put on an outfit, you definitely need to be an athlete...lmao I guess I’m an athlete then cuz I do that everyday
Nate Robinson by FAR! go on his Insta, he can dunk a tennis ball on a 12ft rim
will sowinski I forgot him, he is a freak for sure. Super fast, strong and multi sports. But today Connor McGregor has world sports by the throat.
No one in this section has said MJ. In his peak there is no one to compare to
+Marcus Grosomanidis read the tittle man
outside america basketball is not even among top 5 best sports games thats why you here this lbj,and that mma fighter what the fuck is his name again? even east african runners who run 42 kilometers in 2 hours 17 minutes will never be there tell any of your best athletes to try that or even the entire nation for 8hrs it would be a national disaster.
He has 30% no body fat
What about Zlatan Ibrahimovic
pls dont make me laugh
+McDynamo I will