Great Canadians: Here Are The 10 Best Canadian Athletes Of All Time

Jul 1, 2023

Let’s discuss the best Canadian athletes of all time!

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1. Wayne Gretzky: Widely regarded as the greatest ice hockey player of all time, Gretzky’s records and achievements are unmatched.

2. Donovan Bailey: Olympic sprinter who won gold medals in the 100m and 4x100m relay, setting world records.

3. Clara Hughes: An accomplished cyclist and speed skater, Hughes is the only athlete to win multiple medals in both the Summer and Winter Olympics.

4. Mario Lemieux: Considered one of the greatest hockey players, Lemieux’s skill and talent earned him numerous accolades.

5. Cindy Klassen: Speed skater who won six Olympic medals, becoming the most decorated Canadian Olympian.

6. Terry Fox: An inspirational figure and cancer research advocate, Fox embarked on the Marathon of Hope to raise awareness.

7. Hayley Wickenheiser: A dominant force in women’s ice hockey, Wickenheiser won multiple Olympic gold medals and set records.

8. Christine Sinclair: Soccer player and captain of the Canadian national team, Sinclair is a prolific goal scorer and a respected leader.

9. George St-Pierre: A legendary mixed martial artist, St-Pierre held the UFC welterweight title for several years.

10. Steve Nash: A two-time NBA MVP, Nash is widely regarded as one of the greatest point guards in basketball history.

Contributing Writers

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