chester copperpot Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Who's your's? Please give your reasons. Mines has to be Michael Jordan, though I think Tiger could overtake him before I am dead. Reason for Jordan is that he made me gasp when I watched him in a slam dunk competition during the All stars game back in '87. That man could genuinely fly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julio Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Who's your's? Please give your reasons. Mines has to be Michael Jordan, though I think Tiger could overtake him before I am dead. Reason for Jordan is that he made me gasp when I watched him in a slam dunk competition during the All stars game back in '87. That man could genuinely fly. Ali for me........However agree TW will become the greatest ever...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stew mc Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Daley Thompson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Weathers Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Kimbo Slice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chester copperpot Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 Daley Thompson You're joking right. Not even the greatest decathlete. Plus anyone who cant remember the words to the national anthem should never be considered as great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Father Tiresias Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Ali by an absolute street!!! I don't believe anyone will ever come close to him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Weathers Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Eddy Merckx. That guy must have been incredibly fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christhejambo Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I agree with Ali, however i would consider Woods as the greatest my generation. There have been some other great sportmen in recent years too, if you look at Jordan, Schmuacher, Federer, Redgrave... I reckon Woods will eventually overtake Nicklaus, and Snead-the guy is just head and shoulder above everyone at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert Le Clos Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I couldn't pick one from all the sports out there. Sports are so different and each of the following was a great for different reasons. I couldn't complain if any of the following was voted the greatest; Steve Redgrave Muhammed Ali Lance Armstrong Carl Lewis Tiger Woods David Federer Pele Don Bradman Wayne Gretzky Martin Johnson Special mention to one Zibi Malkowski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The White Cockade Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Jesse Owens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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felix Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I couldn't pick one from all the sports out there. Sports are so different and each of the following was a great for different reasons. I couldn't complain if any of the following was voted the greatest; Steve Redgrave Muhammed Ali Lance Armstrong Carl Lewis Tiger Woods David Federer Pele Don Bradman Wayne Gretzky Martin Johnson Special mention to one Zibi Malkowski Bjorn Borg would trash him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpie Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 At one time many years ago Denis Compton was dubbed with that title because of his success at the highest levels in more than one sport, football and cricket. Of course as stated that was many years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Julio Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Phil Taylor PMSL..........a sportsman........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboinheaven Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Bjorn Borg would trash him who is david federer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eckauskas Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Robbie Neilson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julio Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 who is david federer? Rogers even better brother.................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunny11 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Ali is the first name to spring to mind but for me its Lance Armstrong. Absolutely unbelievable achivements Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chester copperpot Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 who is david federer? Roger's older brother, apparently he's barry at tennis too Edit, damn it, Julio beat me to it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julio Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Phil Taylor Surprised you didn't go for Gazza also as hes similar to PT when it comes to wifes........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chester copperpot Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 Ali is the first name to spring to mind but for me its Lance Armstrong. Absolutely unbelievable achivements What just because he lost a nut? FWIW Miguel Indurain could've kicked his ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboinheaven Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I couldn't pick one from all the sports out there. Sports are so different and each of the following was a great for different reasons. I couldn't complain if any of the following was voted the greatest; Steve Redgrave Muhammed Ali Lance Armstrong Carl Lewis Tiger Woods David Federer Pele Don Bradman Wayne Gretzky Martin Johnson Special mention to one Zibi Malkowski who is david federer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 who is david federer? Dave Federer's a mate of mine who works part-time at Asda Milton Road. He's never held a tennis racket in his life, which is why I ventured Borg would trash him . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chester copperpot Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 Dave Federer's a mate of mine who works part-time at Asda Milton Road. He's never held a tennis racket in his life, which is why I ventured Borg would trash him . Haha, fantastic comeback. I like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Gosling Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 What just because he lost a nut? FWIW Miguel Indurain could've kicked his ass. and maybe the 7 tours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basher161 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Michael Johnson would have to be up there, I believe his world records in both the 200m and 400m will never be beaten in this day and age. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pj9RnxtKrPc&feature=related Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Drago Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Hulk hogan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julio Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Hulk hogan Giant Haystacks......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert Le Clos Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Bjorn Borg would trash him Aye but the real question is would he beat Roger? My mistake with the name, total brain freeze! But I don't think Borg would beat Federer (Roger that is). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboinheaven Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Haha, fantastic comeback. I like. no he made an arse of it there s no way back x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert Le Clos Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 What just because he lost a nut? FWIW Miguel Indurain could've kicked his ass. Their records are comparable, although Armstrong won 7 Tour de France's to Indurain's 5. So when you couple this with Armstrong "losing a nut" as you so tastefully put it, plus the treatment on tumours in his brain and lungs I say Armstrong is better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chester copperpot Posted March 16, 2008 Author Share Posted March 16, 2008 Their records are comparable, although Armstrong won 7 Tour de France's to Indurain's 5. So when you couple this with Armstrong "losing a nut" as you so tastefully put it, plus the treatment on tumours in his brain and lungs I say Armstrong is better. Didnt realise he had probs with his brain and lungs. Sorry, did sound a ******ish my post after reading it again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedbump Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Ian Botham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Gosling Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Didnt realise he had probs with his brain and lungs. Sorry, did sound a ******ish my post after reading it again dude, lance had cancerous cells in his brain, lungs, body, and testicles during his career! its a miracle the guy survived, he had brain surgery, numerous bouts of chemo and still came back, that's why his feats are so legendary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cade Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Lance Armstrong has to up there with the rest of the greats. Won the Tour De France 5 times, overcoming bollock cancer on the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 no he made an arse of it there s no way back x Sorry, was a bit too subtle with the smilie / earlier post. I do recognise the difference between Roger & David Federer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cade Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Lennox Lewis was also a great. He beat every fighter he was put up against. If you knocked him out, he'd get an instant rematch and take you out at least two rounds earlier than you knocked him out the first time. Fair enough, the Super-Heavyweight division was utter pap when he was around but you can't take away the sight of him humiliating Mike Tyson twice, and utterly creaming one of the Klitschko brothers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambo121 Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Joe Louis, Jesse Owens, Pele, Ali Lance Armstrong If I was to pick one it would have to be Joe Louis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Aye but the real question is would he beat Roger? My mistake with the name, total brain freeze! But I don't think Borg would beat Federer (Roger that is). Easily done...and many say Federer IS the greatest sportsman ever. Imho he peaked during an era with restricted competition .whereas Borg fought off challengers destined to become the games best, including McEnroe who many say was the greatest talent EVER on court. Given a 50/50 playing field - Federer vs Borg - my money would be on Borg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboinheaven Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Easily done...and many say Federer IS the greatest sportsman ever. Imho he peaked during an era with restricted competition .whereas Borg fought off challengers destined to become the games best, including McEnroe who many say was the greatest talent EVER on court. Given a 50/50 playing field - Federer vs Borg - my money would be on Borg. how is that easily done greatest sportsman ever and cant get name right come on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 how is that easily done greatest sportsman ever and cant get name right come on? What's your opinion on Federer ® vs Borg ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 1. Muhammad Ali 2. Edson Arantes di Nascimento 3. Don Bradman To me, the 'greatest' implies not just excelling at a particular sport, but actually transcending it: becoming famous all over the world, and possibly playing a role in politics or cultural change too. Certainly, this all applies to Ali: technically, Joe Louis was surely a better fighter, but Ali had something much more. The same applies to Pele v Maradona: you could easily argue that El Diego was the greater player individually - but football's a team game, and Pele, like Ali, inspired (and continues to inspire) a certain warmth and love from those who meet him way in excess of Maradona. I'd also question whether Tiger Woods or Roger Federer can be mentioned until they've overtaken Jack Nicklaus and Pete Sampras' totals for Grand Slams. It's highly likely both will; but invariably, the GOAT can only be awarded when looking back at someone's career, rather than in the middle of it. As for Lance Armstrong: either he accomplished the greatest sporting miracle in history, overcoming cancer before going on to dominate surely the toughest, most demanding sport known to mankind - or he did what Miguel Indurain, Bjarne Riis, Marco Pantani, David Millar, Floyd Landis and many, many others were all guilty of. It is very, very difficult to believe in the legitimacy of Armstrong's achievements given they were at a time of endemic, instutionalised doping within the sport. I wish it wasn't this way, but there will always be a huge question mark hanging over him in the record books. His close relationship with and continued support of the utterly notorious Dr Michele Ferrari, who stands accused of advising hundreds of top cyclists on how to avoid detection of EPO in blood testing; countless stories in the press accusing him of various instances of cheating (most recently in the Los Angeles Times in Summer 2006), and the fact that, following Armstrong's retirement, the man who replaced him as leader of his team, Landis, immediately won and was then stripped of Le Tour after testing positive do not exactly strengthen Armstrong's case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaun.lawson Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 What's your opinion on Federer ® vs Borg ? A very good question. On grass: Federer in five. On clay: Borg in four. On hardcourts... Federer in a fifth set tie break. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benny Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 A very good question. On grass: Federer in five. On clay: Borg in four. On hardcourts... Federer in a fifth set tie break. Woods would beat them both with any golf club you want. Used to be Ali until Woods came along.Last night just confirmed it.That 20 odd foot putt to win a tournament and the way he putted it just confirmed for me that he is the best ever.He also started the weekend 7 strokes back.Never gives up.Tries his best every hole no matter what position and has took his sport to another level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Woods would beat them both with any golf club you want.Used to be Ali until Woods came along.Last night just confirmed it.That 20 odd foot putt to win a tournament and the way he putted it just confirmed for me that he is the best ever.He also started the weekend 7 strokes back.Never gives up.Tries his best every hole no matter what position and has took his sport to another level. Sounds just like Arnold Palmer or Jack Nicholas However... you're right - Woods is the gretaest golfer ever, he has dominated the game at a time when competition from others has been fierce. Thirty/Forty years ago, there was really only Player, Palmer & Nicholas. To dominate the sport today, with breakthroughs in technology and with the whole world playing, is some feat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chester copperpot Posted March 17, 2008 Author Share Posted March 17, 2008 Sounds just like Arnold Palmer or Jack Nicholas However... you're right - Woods is the gretaest golfer ever, he has dominated the game at a time when competition from others has been fierce. Thirty/Forty years ago, there was really only Player, Palmer & Nicholas. To dominate the sport today, with breakthroughs in technology and with the whole world playing, is some feat. Its Nicklaus mate. Jack Nicklaus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felix Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Its Nicklaus mate. Jack Nicklaus. Doh. Sooner JKB gets a spell-check the better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Andy.C Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Lennox Lewis was also a great. He beat every fighter he was put up against. If you knocked him out, he'd get an instant rematch and take you out at least two rounds earlier than you knocked him out the first time. Fair enough, the Super-Heavyweight division was utter pap when he was around but you can't take away the sight of him humiliating Mike Tyson twice, and utterly creaming one of the Klitschko brothers. I'm a big fan of Lennox Lewis, but when did he cream one of the Klitschko brothers? I remember him beating Vitali due to cuts (which still to this day is the worst cut i've seen in a boxing bout), but he was losing that fight at the time of the stoppage. No doubt about that, so much so that he suddenly saw immediate retirement as a good idea rather than a rematch. As I said, I rate Lewis as an All Time Great Heavyweight, but Vitali had his number that night and would have won. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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