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.
Athletes
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Florian Wirtz Pets
Florian Wirtz is a German professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Bayer Leverkusen and the German national team. He has quickly risen to fame in Bundesliga and has received accolades including the Bundesliga Rookie of the Month and the Fritz Walter Medal in gold. Wirtz began his professional career with Bayer Leverkusen, making his debut in May 2020.
Kristi Yamaguchi Pets
Kristi Yamaguchi is an American former figure skater and Olympic gold medalist. She is known primarily for winning the gold medal in ladies’ singles at the 1992 Winter Olympics and the 1991 and 1992 World Championships. Yamaguchi also won two national titles in pairs skating with Rudy Galindo and is a World Figure Skating Hall of Fame inductee.
João Félix Pets
João Félix is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a forward for Atlético Madrid and the Portugal national team. He transferred to Atlético Madrid in 2019 for €126 million, making him one of the most expensive football transfers. Félix began his career with Benfica, debuting professionally in 2018.
Dillon Danis Pets
Dillon Danis is an American mixed martial artist and Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, known for his association with Conor McGregor and his participation in Bellator MMA. He began his martial arts career focusing on Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Danis gained prominence in Brazilian jiu-jitsu by winning titles such as the IBJJF Pan American No-Gi Championship and the IBJJF New York Spring Open.
Adam Anderson Pets
Adam Anderson is an American former professional football player who played as a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). He is known for his tenure with the Green Bay Packers. Anderson’s NFL career began when he was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the 2011 NFL Draft.
Noah Lyles Pets
Noah Lyles is an American professional track and field sprinter, specializing in the 100 meters and 200 meters. He is a two-time World Champion in the 200 meters, winning gold in both the 2019 and 2022 World Championships. Lyles has set several national records and won multiple Diamond League titles.
Jordan Riki Pets
Jordan Riki is an Australian professional rugby league footballer who plays as a second-row forward for the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL. He has represented the Māori All Stars and New Zealand internationally. Riki made his NRL debut for the Brisbane Broncos in 2020.
Tony Stewart Pets
Tony Stewart is an American former professional stock car racing driver and current NASCAR team owner, known for his three NASCAR Cup Series championships and versatility in various motorsport disciplines. Tony Stewart’s career in NASCAR and motorsports includes multiple significant achievements. He won his first NASCAR Cup Series championship in 2002 with Joe Gibbs Racing, followed by championships in 2005 and 2011.
Mike Skinner Pets
Mike Skinner is an American former professional stock car racing driver and team owner, known primarily for winning the 1995 NASCAR SuperTruck Series Championship and competing in the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series. He was the inaugural champion of the Truck Series and achieved significant success driving for Richard Childress Racing. Mike Skinner began his professional racing career in the NASCAR Cup Series in 1986.
Mesut Özil Pets
Mesut Özil is a German former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. He is known for his time with Real Madrid and Arsenal, as well as his contributions to the German national team during their 2014 FIFA World Cup victory. Özil began his senior career at Schalke 04 before moving to Werder Bremen, where his performances earned him a transfer to Real Madrid in 2010. At Real Madrid, he played a key role in helping the team win La Liga in the 2011-2012 season.