Top Female Athletes of All Time

Serena Williams is one of the most dominant female athletes of all time, boasting a record 23 Grand Slam singles titles that place her at the pinnacle of women's tennis. Her longevity, power, and winning mentality have made her a sporting icon and an inspiration to countless individuals.

• Holds the record for 23 Grand Slam singles titles in the Open Era among women

• Won three consecutive Grand Slam tournaments in 2002

• Six-time US Open champion

• Seven-time Wimbledon champion

Ronda Rousey revolutionized women's mixed martial arts, becoming the first woman signed by UFC and dominating the bantamweight division with an impressive record. Her impact transcends victories, inspiring a generation of athletes and opening doors for women in combat sports.

• Performance of the Night (four times)

• Qualified for the 2004 Athens Olympic Games

• Youngest judoka at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games at 17 years old

• First American woman to win an Olympic medal in judo

Simone Biles is undeniably one of the greatest female athletes of all time. Her unprecedented dominance in artistic gymnastics has led her to break records and redefine the boundaries of what's possible in her sport. Her multiple Olympic and World medals, along with the introduction of skills named after her, solidify her as an iconic and pioneering figure.

• Won three gold medals on the balance beam

• Won three gold medals in the floor exercise

• Has 11 Olympic medals

• Has 30 World Championship medals

Danica Patrick stands out in this ranking for being the most successful woman in the history of the IndyCar Series, achieving a historic win in 2008. Her transition to NASCAR and her competitiveness in both series demonstrate exceptional versatility and tenacity in male-dominated motorsports.

• First woman to win an IndyCar race

• First woman to lead a lap in the Indianapolis 500

• Achieved pole position in the Daytona 500

• Finished in fifth position in the overall standings in 2009

Nadia Comăneci revolutionized artistic gymnastics by being the first athlete to receive a perfect score of 10.0 at the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games. Her dominance and grace in the sport established her as an iconic figure, inspiring generations of gymnasts.

• Named best athlete of the 20th century by Mundo Deportivo

• Achieved the first perfect 10 at the Olympic Games

• Won nine Olympic medals

• Won four World Championship medals

Billie Jean King is among the greatest female athletes of all time due to her dominance in tennis, winning 39 Grand Slam titles, and her pioneering activism for gender equality in sports. Her "Battle of the Sexes" victory in 1973 is an iconic moment that transcended the sport.

• Won 39 Grand Slam titles

• Won 20 Wimbledon titles

• Champion of equality

Mia Hamm is a legend of women's soccer, recognized for her incredible goal-scoring ability and her leadership of the United States national team. She won two FIFA Women's World Cups and two Olympic gold medals, solidifying her status as one of the most influential and successful athletes in history.

• Founded a charity foundation

• Stellar career with 158 goals

• Won four consecutive NCAA championships

• Member of the US team that won in 1991

Lindsey Vonn is one of the most dominant female athletes in alpine skiing history, holding the record for most World Cup victories in alpine skiing for a woman. Her exceptional career is marked by multiple Olympic and World Championship titles, solidifying her legacy as a sports legend.

• Won the World Cup in 2010

• Won the Laureus Award for Sportswoman of the Year in 2010

• Is the woman with the most victories in the history of the Alpine Skiing World Cup

• Received numerous accolades throughout her career

Chris Evert ranks among the greatest female athletes of all time due to her unparalleled dominance in women's tennis during her era. She won 18 Grand Slam singles titles and set a record of 157 Grand Slam singles match wins, showcasing exceptional consistency and longevity at the sport's pinnacle.

• Won 157 titles in total

• Achieved 1309 wins against 145 losses

• First female tennis player to win 1000 singles matches

• Won seven Roland Garros

Jackie Joyner-Kersee is an athletics legend, renowned for her dominance in combined events and her exceptional performance in the long jump. Her multiple Olympic medals and world records solidify her as one of the most complete and successful athletes in history.

• Three gold medals between 1984 and 1996

• Holds the world record for heptathlon with 7291 points since 1988

• World champion in heptathlon and long jump in 1987