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Young People’s Top 15 Favorite Athletes Right Now

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Young people’s favorite athletes aren’t just elite professionals, they’re the ones that they can connect to both on and off the field…

TL;DR

  • For young fans, while skill gets them noticed, character makes an athlete their favorite
  • Fans connect with their likable energy and down-to-earth attitude, which makes sports megastars feel approachable
  • Greatness matters—many say their favorite athletes are ones who are also widely recognized as “the GOAT” in their sport
To say sports mean a lot to young people would be an understatement. According to YPulse’s Sports and Athletes report, 66% of 13-39-year-olds consider themselves sports fans—and for many, that label runs deeper than casual viewing. YPulse data also shows half (49%) of 13-39-year-olds agree, “Being a fan of a sports team is a big...

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