Born in San Diego on June 17, 2010, aged 12. Nicknamed 'Cristianinho' meaning 'Little Cristiano'. Currently plays for Al-Nassr's youth team
Training effects can be maximised during critical periods in young people's lives. Elite status can take 8-12 years of training for talented athletes. Peak Height Velocity (PHV) serves as reference point for training programs
16-year-old Dutch student living near Brouwersdam surf spot. Started windsurfing at age six with brother's influence. Discovered freestyle at age eleven and landed first Vulcan
Born in 2002 in Stanford, California to computer consultant father and former HP employee mother. Started golf at age 4-5 with informal coaching from mother and aunt. Currently homeschooled and trains with Jim McLean in Florida
Born in Kocaeli in 2007, started swimming at age 5. Joined Fenerbahçe SK in November 2021. Broke first record at age 14 in 1500m freestyle