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Frequently asked questions
How many athletes are included in the Athletic Players directory?
The Athletic Players directory profiles 240 athletes in total — 120 female and 120 male — spanning all sports and all eras. Both groups are ranked on the same Athletic Power Score (APS), an eight-category rubric applied equally regardless of gender, era, or discipline.
What sports and eras can I filter athletes by?
Athletic Players lets visitors filter by gender, sport, and era. Available sports include Track & Field, Swimming, Tennis, Boxing, Gymnastics, Basketball, Soccer, Cycling, Wrestling, Triathlon, and 12 additional disciplines. Eras are divided into Modern (2000–Now), 90s Golden Age (1990–1999), Classic (1960–1989), and Vintage (Pre-1960).
Who holds the top Athletic Power Score among female athletes?
Serena Williams holds the top ranking among female athletes on Athletic Players, with an APS of 97.4. Her profile is categorized under Tennis in the Modern era, covering her competitive career from 1999 to 2022. Simone Biles ranks second among women with an APS of 96.1.
Who is ranked number one overall among male athletes, and what is their score?
Michael Phelps holds the top ranking among male athletes on Athletic Players, earning an APS of 98.1. His profile is listed under Swimming in the Modern era, with a competitive career spanning 2000 to 2016, giving him the highest Athletic Power Score of any male athlete in the directory.
Can I suggest an athlete who is missing from the Athletic Players index?
Athletic Players accepts athlete nominations through a submission process. To nominate a missing athlete, users must provide supporting data covering the athlete's sport, era, competitive record, and scores across all eight rating categories. Athletes are added only when the submitted numbers meet the site's standards — fame alone is not sufficient grounds for inclusion.