Top 10 Most Searched Athletes on Google in 2022

The Top 10 most searched athletes on Google in 2022 have seen many big names, but the world of Tennis has dominated the list by far. Sports being one of the most astounding source of entertainment, be it Carlos Alcaraz splendid performance in becoming World No. 1 at the age of 19, or Brittany Griner’s imprisonment and release from Russian prison.

Rafael Nadal’s hard work, or Novak Djokovic’s ban from the Australian Open, these sports stars have gathered the world’s attention. Take a look at the Top 10 most searched athletes on Google in the year 2022.

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10. Carlos Alcaraz – Tennis

Carlos Alcaraz has enjoyed a remarkable 2022. He is set to finish as the No. 1 on the ATP rankings which is why he landed himself 10^th on the most searched athletes list. He won 6 ATP singles titles along a Grand Slam, US Open in 2022. Carlos recorded himself as the youngest tennis player to be ranked as Men’s ATP Ranking at the age of 19.

Alcaraz has had a 74.4% career win record holding 90-31. After bringing his fiery passion to the rivalry between Novak and Nadal, Carlos brought in plenty major endorsements for himself such as Nike, Rolex, and more.

9. Cain Velasquez – Wrestling

The wrestler lands himself at the 9^th spot on the most searched athletes, after March of 2022 marked him as an attempted murderer. Cain Velasquez was charged with attempted murder and even faced gun assault charges in a car chase.

He reportedly shot a man who supposedly molested Velasquez’s 4-year-old relative. Cain apparently missed the shot which he pointed towards the man, and instead he hit the man’s father.

8. Gerard Pique – Football

Gerard Pique made the 8^th position of the most searched athletes list after his two major life decision which shocked the world of football. Gerard and Colombian singer Shakira were together from 2011 to 2022, but this year the couple confirmed that they were separated.

In November, the sensational defender shocked everyone by announcing his retirement from professional football right before the start of 2022 FIFA World Cup.

7. Brittney Griner – Women’s Basketball

February 2022 marked on the darkest days for America and WNBA player Brittney Griner, when the world started searching for the player who was detained by the Russian Government for having cannabis oil in possession. This is the reason behind her being 7^th on the most searched athlete on Google.

She was sentenced to nine years prison but the Russian authorities, but POTUS Joe Biden confirmed on 8^th December that a prisoner exchange has been finalized which would bring back Brittney Griner home after release of notorious Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout.

6. Yuzuru Hanyu – Figure Skating

Considered as the greatest figure skater of all time, Japanese international Yuzuru Hanyu has bagged 12 Gold, 8 Silver and 4 Bronze medals in international competitions. Hanyu has been included in elite lists such as ESPN’s World Fame 100 and The Dominant 20.

5. Shaun White – Snowboarding

The most well-known snowboarder lands himself on the 5^th most searched athletes list, Shaun announced that the winter games would be his last competition altogether. He earned $9 million from just him endorsements on 2008.

Shaun has bagged 10 ESPY Awards in him established career, holding the most gold medals record in X games.

4. Manti Te’o – NFL

Netflix’s documentary, ‘Untold: The Girlfriend Who Didn’t Exist’ was released in August 2022 which revolved around the major catfishing scandal which took place back in 2012. Manti played in the NFL from 2012 to 2021, but currently he is a free agent.

3. Serena Williams – Tennis

Serena Williams is one of the biggest names in the history of Women’s Tennis, her announcement for retirement caused immense sensation, making her the 3^rd most searched athlete in the world.

Serena has 23 Grand Slam titles to her name and 73 overall titles. She played her final match in 2022’s US Open.

2. Rafael Nadal – Tennis

One of the Greatest tennis players of all time, Rafael Nadal is the 2^nd most searched athletes on Google in 2022. Nadal fought through his injuries in 2022, he was seen in pain during matches but still he managed to create history by securing his 21^st and 22^nd major titles.

In the year 2021, the Spanish tennis legend announced that he was suffering from a rare disorder on his left ankle, the Mueller-Weiss syndrome.

1. Novak Djokovic – Tennis

The Serbian tennis international was the most searched athlete in 2022, even though he was banned to enter the US Open and the Australian Open due to his COVID vaccination status. Even after being held back from two major tours, Djokovic managed to win his seventh Wimbledon title along with the ATP Finals.

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