Time 100 list 2026: 6 athletes, including Scottie Scheffler and Alysa Liu make list

TIME has released its 2026 TIME100 list of the 100 most influential people in the world , featuring leaders, innovators, and changemakers across politics, business, entertainment, and sports from around the globe. This year, six athletes made the list: Scottie Scheffler, Alysa Liu, Chloe Kim, Noah Lyles, Hilary Knight, and Lando Norris. World No.

1 Scottie Scheffler solidifies his place in the Titans category, emerging as one of golf's most dominant players today. Since turning pro in 2018, Scheffler has built an impressive resume with multiple major wins and a remarkable streak of consistency in his game. American figure skater Alysa Liu joins the Icons category following a historic performance at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games, where she won gold in both the women’s singles and the team event.

Here is the list of athletes who made the Time 100. NBA Playoffs: Play-In Tournament picks, predictions, odds, who advances Time 100 Most Influential People in sports of 2026 Scottie Scheffler Scottie Scheffler made the list in the Titans category, recognized for his impact on the game of golf. His longtime Dallas friend and frequent playing partner, Tony Romo, wrote the tribute, noting that beyond Scheffler’s relentless dedication to the game, his faith and family remain his greatest priorities.

Alysa Liu Alysa Liu earns her place in the Icons category on the heels of one of the most remarkable comeback stories in recent Olympic history. After stepping away from competitive skating, Liu returned to the ice with renewed purpose, claiming the 2025 World Championship title before delivering a stunning performance at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games, where she won gold in both the women’s singles and the team event. Chloe Kim Also in the Icons category is snowboarder Chloe Kim, who won silver in the halfpipe at the Milan Games after winning gold at both the 2018 PyeongChang and 2022 Beijing Olympics, cementing her status as one of the greatest snowboarders of all time.