Barbara Blank — Wrestling
Barbara Blank, more popularly known by her stage persona Kelly Kelly, has crafted a successful career in professional wrestling despite her initial roots in modeling. Her passion for wrestling ignited at an early age, fueled by her experiences in gymnastics and cheerleading.
Leveraging her diverse background, Kelly Kelly effortlessly transitioned into the electrifying world of WWE in 2008, quickly making a name for herself. Apart from her accomplishments in wrestling and modeling, she has also graced reality television, featuring in shows such as WWE Tough Enough and Celebrity Fit Club: Boot Camp.
Maria Sharapova — Tennis
In 2005’s warm summer, an 18-year-old Maria Sharapova seized the coveted title of the world’s top-ranked female tennis player. Her illustrious journey saw her clinch five Grand Slam titles — dual French Open triumphs, along with a singular win at the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the U.S. Open.
Her string of glorious triumphs extended to the Olympic podium, as she secured a silver medal in the women’s singles event at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. A poignant farewell in February 2020 saw Sharapova bid adieu to her racket, drawing curtains on her remarkable tennis journey.