40+ Talented Female Athletes That Have Dominated the Red Carpet

Let's be real here — these female sports stars are the embodiment of inspiration and empowerment. Each and every one of these ladies has worked tirelessly to make their way to the top and become some of the best in their respective sports. Not only have these women shocked the world with their endless talent but they've also left people stunned when walking the red carpet. We mean, these athletes could have easily been supermodels as well and you'll see why if you keep reading...

Nicknamed "Baby Horse" by her teammates, Alex Morgan is a soccer player for the Orlando Pride of the National Women's Soccer League — the highest division of women's professional soccer in the United States. Although Morgan only began playing soccer at the age of 14, she has undoubtedly made a name for herself.

Hailing from Ireland, Becky Lynch is a professional wrestler and absolute powerhouse of a woman. From a young age, she took an interest in professional wrestling when she began watching with her brother, Richy — who later wrestled under the ring name Gonzo de Mondo.

In August 2005, she became the top-ranked female tennis player in the world for the first time when she was just 18 years old. Since the start of her career, Maria Sharapova won five Grand Slam titles — two at the French Open and one each at the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the U.S. Open.

Described by Time Magazine as the most famous softball player in history, Jennie Finch began playing softball at the age of five. She pitched for the Arizona Wildcats, the USA national softball team — which she led to a gold and silver medal in the 2004 and 2008 Olympics — and the Chicago Bandits.