The United Kingdom has a long and rich history of producing world-class athletes. In recent years, a new generation of young stars has emerged, who are poised to make their mark on the sporting world.
Jamie Bynoe-Gittens (Football)
At just 18 years old, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens is already making waves in the world of football. The English winger has been tearing it up for Borussia Dortmund’s youth team, and he made his first-team debut in 2022. Bynoe-Gittens is a gifted dribbler with lightning pace, and he has the potential to be one of the best wingers in the world.
Bynoe-Gittens started his youth career with Manchester City, but he moved to Borussia Dortmund in 2020. He has since made rapid progress, and he is now a regular member of Dortmund’s first-team squad. Bynoe-Gittens has already made his international debut for England, and he is sure to be a key player for the Three Lions in the years to come.
Tom Aspinall (Mixed Martial Arts)
Tom Aspinall is another British athlete who is making waves in the world of sport. The 30-year-old heavyweight is undefeated in his UFC career, and he is considered to be one of the most promising prospects in the division. Aspinall is a powerful striker with a strong ground game, and he has the potential to become a UFC champion.
Aspinall made his UFC debut in 2020, and he has since won five straight fights by knockout or submission. He is now ranked #7 in the UFC heavyweight rankings, and he is one of the most exciting fighters in the division. Aspinall is sure to be a force to be reckoned with in the years to come.
Aspinall took an unprecedented rise through the UFC heavyweight rankings after his debut in 2020, collecting five straight wins by KO/TKO or submission. Sports bettors flock to the betting sites when Aspinall is competing because he’s been nothing less than a sure bet since his arrival to the world’s premier MMA promotion.
A freak injury has sidelined Aspinall for 12 months. Still, his return to London is just around the corner, and we can guarantee the 02 Arena will echo chants of “Tommy, Tommy, Tommy Aspinall.”
Ben Doak (Football)
Ben Doak is a 17-year-old Scottish winger who is already making waves in the Premier League. The youngster has been tipped for a bright future, and he has already made his first-team debut for Liverpool. Doak is a skilful dribbler with a powerful shot, and he has the potential to be one of the best wingers in the Premier League.
Doak started his youth career with Rangers, but he moved to Liverpool in 2022. He has since made a big impression at Anfield, and he is now a regular member of Liverpool’s under-23 team. Doak is sure to make his first-team debut for Liverpool in the near future, and he could be a key player for the Reds in the years to come.
Jack Draper (Tennis)
Jack Draper is a 21-year-old British tennis player who is on the rise. The youngster has already achieved a career-high ATP ranking of #38, and he is considered to be one of the most promising young players on the tour. Draper is a powerful baseliner with a big serve, and he has the potential to be a top-10 player in the world.
Draper started his professional career in 2017, and he has since won two ATP Challenger Tour titles. He made his Grand Slam debut at the 2021 Australian Open, and he has since reached the third round of both the French Open and Wimbledon. Draper is sure to continue to improve in the years to come, and he could be a Grand Slam champion in the future.
Caroline Dubois (Boxing)
Caroline Dubois is a 22-year-old British boxer who is making waves in the professional ranks. The younger sister of heavyweight world champion Daniel Dubois, Caroline is a powerful puncher with a fast jab. She has already won six fights in a row, and she is being tipped to become a world champion in the future.
Dubois started her professional career in 2021, and she has since won all six of her fights by knockout. She is currently ranked #10 in the world in the lightweight division, and she is sure to challenge for a world title in the near future. Dubois is an exciting prospect, and she could be one of the biggest stars in boxing in the years to come.
Other UK athletes to watch in 2023
In addition to the five athletes mentioned above, there are a number of other UK athletes who are worth keeping an eye on in 2023. These include:
- Adam Peaty (swimming): The 27-year-old breaststroke specialist is the reigning Olympic champion and world record holder in the 100m breaststroke. He is still one of the best swimmers in the world, and he will be looking to defend his Olympic title in Paris in 2024.
- Katie Scott (rowing): The 25-year-old rower won gold in the women’s eight at the 2020 Olympics. She is a powerful rower with a strong finish, and she is sure to be a contender for gold again in Paris in 2024.
- Laura Muir (athletics): The 28-year-old middle-distance runner is a two-time European champion and a world championship medalist. She is a versatile runner who can compete in a variety of events, and she is sure to be a medal contender in Paris in 2024.
- Max Whitlock (gymnastics): The 29-year-old gymnast is a six-time Olympic medalist, including two gold medals. He is a specialist on the pommel horse, and he is sure to be a contender for gold again in Paris in 2024.
- These are just a few of the many talented UK athletes who are sure to make their mark on the sporting world in 2023. With their dedication and hard work, they have the potential to achieve great things.
