Speed kills.
Since the dawn of sport, the ability to run faster than your opponent has been a distinct advantage.
Turbo-charged athletes change the complexion of a game with their mere presence, and few things are more entertaining than watching a human bullet hit top speed.
If you want to see blazing speed on display, look no further than these 11 speed demons.
*This list focuses solely on NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB and pro soccer players. Obviously, actual track & field athletes are the fastest athletes of all—but that wouldn't make for a very entertaining list.
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