Sport

Liberia’s hall of fame in Sport, arranged by level. Every entry carries the sources it was written from.

Peerless Level 1 of 4 1 person Changed the field itself. Tell the country's story without them and the story breaks. Landmark Level 2 of 4 1 person A first that opened a door, or the pre-eminent figure of their generation in this country. Distinguished Level 3 of 4 nobody yet Sustained excellence over a career, widely honoured at home. Household Name Level 4 of 4 nobody yet Known and loved across the country, whatever the body of work behind it.

Peerless

Changed the field itself. Tell the country's story without them and the story breaks.

George Weah born 1966

The only African to win the Ballon d'Or, and later Liberia's president

A first that opened a door, or the pre-eminent figure of their generation in this country.

Joseph Fahnbulleh born 2001

Liberia's Olympic sprint finalist, twice over

This is an editorial selection, and it is certainly incomplete. Tell us who is missing from Liberia and why — an editor reads every suggestion.

This is an editorial selection, not an official register. If you think someone is missing or something is wrong, let us know.