We’ve all heard that size doesn’t matter; this may be true in some situations, but not when you’re competing against one of the greats on our list. Some athletes are so prominent that they dominate everything around them. Here are the game’s most notable athletes, individuals who maximize their height and weight advantages.

Eva Amazona – 6’1″

Erika Ervin is the world’s tallest model. She is also known as “Eva Amazona”. The Guinness Book of World Records officially confirms this information. She is 6’1″ without heels and was seen in Australia by the editor of Zoo Weekly, who put her on the magazine’s cover.

Holley Mangold weighs 415 lbs.

Being an athlete is in the family; Holley Mangold, Nick Mangold’s sister, is one of the world’s top Olympic weightlifters. Mangold played football at school and started weightlifting in 2008.

Four years later, she qualified for the London Olympics but hurt her wrist before the competition and finished in tenth place out of fourteen participants. She used to weigh 150 kilograms but has now lost a significant amount of weight. She even appeared on the TV show “The Biggest Loser” to discuss how she had lost a considerable amount of weight. Mangold currently teaches classes at the Dayton Barbell Club in Ohio.

Eric “Butterbean” Esch – 200 kg

This heavyweight fighter was a UFC star even before the organization gained worldwide popularity. Eric Esch, also known as “Butterbean,” was a famous boxer, wrestler, and mixed martial artist. He had great moves and could reach far, but his size often hindered him. His most remarkable talent was not only his ability to administer punishment (if he was fast enough) but also to take it. His big personality meant he could act as well as wrestle, and he got a role in “Jackass: The Movie” with Johnny Knoxville.

Andy Fordham is 6’11” and weighs 175 lbs.

Darts isn’t the most demanding sport for your body. Because of this, traditional professional darts players often spend more time at the bar, drinking and practicing their shots than at the gym.

Andy Fordham, a world-class darts player, is an excellent example of this. He is known for his speed and accuracy, but he doesn’t resemble the typical athlete. Fordham, nicknamed “The Viking” because of his height and beard, used to weigh 445 pounds. But he decided to lose nearly 200 pounds. He says he wants to be around for a long time to enjoy his grandchildren.

Maria Sharapova is 6’11” tall.

Maria Yuryevna Sharapova is one of the tallest women to have ever played professional tennis. She moved to the United States from Russia in the early 1990s to become a champion. She has worked hard for the last 30 years to become a regular on the WTA Tour and has been ranked number one in the singles rankings five times. Sharapova is an excellent example of someone very determined. She has had several injuries during her career.

Konishiki Yasokichi weighs 633 lbs.

Konishiki Yasokichi weighs 633 lbs – he’s not someone you want to run into in a dark alley. But don’t let his size or experience in sumo wrestling fool you; he appears to be a pretty relaxed individual. Now, he’s a musician, rapping in both English and Japanese.

Yasokichi was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. He was the first non-Japanese wrestler to win three division championships and reach the second-highest rank in sumo, Ozeki. Konishiki “Meat Bomb” Yasokichi almost reached the top position in sumo, known as yokozuna, which translates to grand champion.

Lisa Leslie is 6’11” tall.

Lisa Leslie, who is 6’11” (190 cm) tall, made history by being the first woman to dunk in a WNBA game. She isn’t the tallest woman in the sport, but her skills on the court are undeniable.

She participated in numerous World Championships and was part of teams that won medals at the Olympics. In 2001, she was named Sportswoman of the Year when her team, the Los Angeles Sparks, won the WNBA championship. Leslie has spent the last few years modeling and acting.

Suleiman Ali Nashnush – 8’11” (2.8 m)

Suleiman Ali Nashnush is the tallest athlete to have ever competed in a sporting event. He was 8 feet tall at his peak, but during his basketball career, he was “only” 7 feet 10 inches (2.8 m). After she retired, she continued to grow and became one of only 17 people in history to be taller than 8 feet 2 inches. Nashnush was also an actress, playing a supporting role in Fellini’s film Satyricon. Nashnush was very large due to a condition where his body grew too quickly. This was fixed with an operation.

Blanka Vlasic is 1.90 m tall.

Blanka Vlasic is a high jump champion who is 1.90 m tall. However, Vlasic is known not only for her talent but also for her determination, strong work ethic, and excellent coaching, which her father provides.

Vlasic has won 16 medals during her career. She has won 12 gold medals, three silver and one bronze medal. She has represented her home country, Croatia, in these competitions. Vlasic had a problem in 2005, which put her career on hold. Due to a problem with her thyroid, she was unable to participate in the Olympics in Athens. However, she has since overcome this, and now she’s preparing for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.

Shaquille O’Neal is 1.83 m tall.

Shaquille O’Neal was one of the most famous basketball players in the world. He was very tall and big. “Shaq” is thought to be one of the best players in the history of American basketball. He played professionally for 19 seasons. He now works as a sports analyst on TV.

Peter Crouch – 1.90 m

Footballers are known for their ability to run fast, react quickly, and control their feet very well, rather than for their height. It is very unusual for a professional footballer to be taller than 1.80 m. This makes our future athletes even more amazing. Peter Crouch played for the England national team for five years. He has certainly used his leg length well. He has also played in two World Cups and set the Premier League record for headed goals.