You know them for what made them rich and famous, but do you know about their private hobbies? We’ve found 14 sports stars with hobbies that are worlds apart from the careers that made them household names.
Caroline Wozniacki
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The tennis champion is also a style icon! Caroline has designed her own clothing line and participated in several fashion weeks around the globe, where her sense of style truly shines.
The Formula 1 star has a passion for magic and sleight of hand. In his free time, Fernando Alonso practices magic tricks that he often performs for friends and family.
Off the football pitch, Neymar Jr. is an avid poker player. He competes in professional tournaments and enjoys testing his strategic thinking at the card table.
Known for dominating the tennis court, Serena Williams relaxes by knitting. She often takes her knitting projects to tournaments as a way to unwind between matches.
Daniel Agger
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The former Liverpool defender is a skilled tattoo artist. Daniel Agger is known for his many tattoos and his artistic abilities in the tattoo studio.
Ronda Rousey
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The MMA star spends much of her free time gaming. Ronda Rousey streams her gameplay online and has built a loyal fanbase among gamers.
Andrés Iniesta
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The Spanish football legend owns a winery, Bodega Iniesta, where he produces wine and shares his passion for Spanish winemaking traditions with the world.
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The Formula 1 champion isn’t just fast on the track – he’s also an enthusiastic snowboarder. Lewis Hamilton spends his winters on the slopes, relaxing and enjoying the great outdoors.
Shaquille O’Neal
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The NBA legend has an unexpected side gig as a part-time police officer in cities like Miami and Los Angeles. Shaq uses this hobby to give back to his community.
Joe Allen
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The Welsh footballer raises chickens in his spare time. On his farm, he keeps various breeds and enjoys a rural lifestyle far removed from the football field.
Ronaldinho
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Known for his musical flair as much as his skills on the pitch, Ronaldinho loves karaoke. He even has his own equipment at home, where he often sings his favorite tunes.
The former boxer has been passionate about pigeons since childhood. Mike Tyson breeds and trains pigeons, finding great peace in caring for his beloved birds.
David Beckham
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The football icon has trained in fencing with professionals. David Beckham uses the sport to stay fit while honing his balance and precision.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
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The NBA legend has a unique passion for Persian and Oriental rugs. Kareem views the rugs as both works of art and historical artifacts.
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