, he is the only athlete born outside of the United States to have won the accolade, though three additional foreign sportsmen have earned nominations. Track and field athletes have won more awards than any other sport with four with three triathlon winners and two winners each coming in sledge hockey, mixed martial arts,  and wrestling.
This athlete is the only one born outside of the United States to receive this honor, although three foreign sportsmen have also been nominated. Track and field athletes have excelled with four wins, including three triathlon champions and two each in sledge hockey, mixed martial arts, and wrestling.