Greatest American Olympians of All Time
Allyson Felix or Jim Thorpe
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Why This Battle Matters
Who truly captures the spirit of American Olympic greatness? In one corner, Jim Thorpe, a versatile titan whose athletic prowess spanned multiple sports with raw, unrefined talent shining in the 1912 Stockholm Olympics. In the other, Allyson Felix, the epitome of modern track finesse, whose stellar career boasts nine Olympic medals and defined a new era of speed and grace on the track. This face-off isn't just about medals; it's a clash between the rugged, multi-sport dominance of yesteryear and the specialized, polished brilliance of today's athletics. What resonates more with you—the versatile original or the specialized prodigy?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Jim Thorpe over Allyson Felix when it comes to the greatest American Olympians of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Jim Thorpe 54.5% of the time over Allyson Felix.
Across all battles:
Jim Thorpe win rate: 59.3%
Allyson Felix win rate: 50.5%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender in the Greatest American Olympians of All Time league on GoatWars?
That honor goes to Michael Phelps! Curious about how everyone else ranks? Check out the GOAT List to see all the top contenders.
Why is this matchup between Jim Thorpe and Allyson Felix on GoatWars so close?
It's a nail-biter because both athletes have such strong legacies but in vastly different eras and sports. Jim's all-around athletic prowess from the 1912 Olympics strikes a chord with history buffs, while Allyson's recent, record-breaking track career connects more with fans of current sports stars.
Who's currently leading in the Greatest American Olympians league between Jim Thorpe and Allyson Felix?
Jim Thorpe is slightly ahead right now! His versatile athletic prowess from the early 20th century really resonates with fans who admire historical figures. Yet, Allyson Felix isn't far behind with her incredible track achievements and modern Olympic presence.