Pets provide more than just company; they often become unofficial team members. Athletes have long been known to be fiercely competitive, always looking for an edge. With a little motivation from their furry (or not furry) sidekicks, we watch these champions accomplish amazing feats.

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Frank Shamrock Pets

Frank Shamrock is an American retired mixed martial artist, widely recognized for his tenure in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) where he was the first UFC Middleweight Champion, which later became the Light Heavyweight Championship. Renowned for his diverse fighting skills and strategic approach, Shamrock is considered one of the pioneers of modern MMA. His career is distinguished by victories in multiple weight classes and organizations, including the UFC, WEC, and Strikeforce.

Pedro Neto Pets

Pedro Neto is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a winger for Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers and the Portugal national team. Neto began his professional career with Braga in 2016, before moving to Lazio in 2017. His time at Lazio was brief, and he joined Wolverhampton Wanderers on loan in 2019, a move that became permanent later that year.

Juan Martín del Potro Pets

Juan Martín del Potro is an Argentine professional tennis player who has made a significant impact in the world of tennis. Known for his powerful forehand and towering presence, del Potro achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 3. His career is highlighted by his victory at the 2009 US Open, where he defeated five-time defending champion Roger Federer, ending Federer’s 20-match winning streak at the US Open.

Dominic Thiem Pets

Dominic Thiem, an Austrian professional tennis player, has established himself as a prominent figure in the sport. Known for his powerful groundstrokes and strong clay-court performance, Thiem has achieved significant success on the ATP Tour. His career is highlighted by winning the US Open in 2020, marking his first Grand Slam title, and reaching the finals of the French Open in 2018 and 2019, as well as the Australian Open in 2020.

Francis Ngannou Pets

Francis Ngannou is a Cameroonian professional mixed martial artist competing in the Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He is known for his remarkable knockout power and holds the record for the highest punching power ever measured by the UFC. In his career, Ngannou has achieved significant milestones within the UFC.

Mitchell Starc Pets

Mitchell Starc, an Australian cricketer, is renowned for his fast left-arm bowling. Making his international debut in 2010, Starc has become a key player for the Australian national team in all formats of the game. His ability to swing the ball at high speeds has been instrumental in many of Australia’s significant victories, including their triumph in the 2015 Cricket World Cup, where he was named Player of the Tournament.

Alyssa Healy Pets

Alyssa Healy, an Australian cricketer, has established herself as a prominent figure in women’s cricket. As a wicket-keeper-batter, she has been a key player for the Australian national team and various domestic teams. Healy’s career is marked by significant contributions in both One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).

Kane Williamson Pets

Kane Williamson is a New Zealand cricketer who currently captains the New Zealand national team in all formats. Renowned for his batting prowess, Williamson is regarded as one of the world’s leading batsmen. He made his first-class cricket debut in December 2007 and his international debut in August 2010.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Pets

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a Canadian professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Known for his versatility and skill as a guard, Gilgeous-Alexander was drafted by the Charlotte Hornets as the 11th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft and was subsequently traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, before being traded to the Thunder in 2019. Since joining the NBA, Gilgeous-Alexander has made a significant impact on the court.

Mary Earps Pets

Mary Earps is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Manchester United in the FA Women’s Super League and the England national team. Earps’ journey in professional football includes playing for various clubs in England. She began her senior career with Leicester City before moving to Doncaster Rovers Belles, Reading, Bristol Academy, and then to Wolfsburg in Germany.