They are strong, unafraid and push boundaries - and not just in terms of sport: the influential women of the sports world. They are officials, NGO employees and founders, coaches, but also lawyers and presenters - and they are still in the minority. We looked for the most important women - and found them. Here are our top 31 female game changers who are not only positively influencing the world of sport and the outdoors, but also shaping and changing it!




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