Zlatan Ibrahimović was born on October 3, 1981, in Malmö, Sweden. His parents, Šefik Ibrahimović and Jurka Gravić, are of Bosnian and Croatian descent, respectively. Zlatan grew up in the tough, working-class neighborhood of Rosengård in Malmö, a multicultural area that played a significant role in shaping his character. Despite coming from humble beginnings, Zlatan’s talent for football became apparent at an early age.
Stephen Curry was born on March 14, 1988, in Akron, Ohio. His full name is Wardell Stephen Curry II. His father, Dell Curry, was a former NBA player, which meant Stephen grew up surrounded by the sport. However, despite having basketball in his blood, Stephen’s path to the NBA wasn’t an easy one.
Katie Ledecky was born on March 17, 1997, in Washington, D.C., United States. She grew up in a family that supported her athletic endeavors. Her parents, David and Mary Ledecky, encouraged her to pursue her passion for swimming from a young age. Ledecky’s interest in swimming began when she was just six years old, and it didn’t take long before she showed an immense talent for the sport.
Serena Williams is an American professional tennis player, widely regarded as one of the greatest female athletes of all time. Born on September 26, 1981, in Saginaw, Michigan, Serena’s rise to fame began at a young age. Alongside her sister Venus Williams, who also became a tennis champion, Serena transformed the world of tennis with her powerful game and determined spirit.
Tim Duncan was born on April 25, 1976, in Christiansted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. His full name is Timothy Theodore Duncan, and he grew up in the U.S. Virgin Islands with his parents, William and Ione Duncan, and his two siblings. Duncan’s upbringing in the Caribbean played a significant role in shaping the person and athlete he would become.
Karim Benzema is a French professional footballer who plays as a striker. Born on December 19, 1987, in Lyon, France, Benzema grew up in a family of Algerian descent. His parents, Hafid and Wahida Benzema, are both of North African heritage, and this background has been a source of pride for the player throughout his life.
Sergio Ramos García was born on March 30, 1986, in Camas, Seville, a small town in Andalusia, Spain. From a very young age, Sergio displayed a passion for football. He grew up in a humble family that supported his love for the game. His parents, Jose María Ramos and Paqui García, alongside his older siblings, always encouraged him to pursue his dreams.
David Beckham was born on May 2, 1975, in Leytonstone, London, England. His parents, David Edward Alan Beckham (known as Ted) and Sandra Beckham, were working-class individuals who shared a love for football. Beckham’s father worked as a gas fitter, and his mother was a hairdresser. The family’s passion for Manchester United football was evident, and young David quickly inherited their love for the club.
Ronaldo de Assis Moreira, famously known as Ronaldinho Gaúcho or simply Ronaldinho, was born on March 21, 1980, in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Porto Alegre, the capital city of Rio Grande do Sul, was a humble place where Ronaldinho's football journey began.
Rafael Nadal, born on June 3, 1986, in Manacor, a small town on the Spanish island of Mallorca, is a professional tennis player who has achieved global fame. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. With his powerful left-handed play, aggressive baseline game, and unmatched success on clay courts, Nadal has earned numerous accolades throughout his career, including multiple Grand Slam titles and Olympic gold medals.
