SPORTS stars hold great influence on fans worldwide.
Whether it be copying their latest haircuts or mimicking their techniques, supporters can often be found trying to replicate their favourite players.
Today, the US Presidential election run into the final straight, with either Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump set to be named successor to Barack Obama come Wednesday morning.
We take a look at who America’s top sports stars are voting for . . .
HILLARY CLINTON
LEBRON JAMES
THE NBA superstar has publicly supported Clinton and in October even officially endorsed his choice to be the next president.
James also introduced the Democratic candidate at a Cleveland rally, gushing: "With my [charitable] foundation, giving kids the notion that someone cares about them, that someone like myself and J.R. and President Hillary Clinton can make their dreams become a reality, is very important to me. And I believe that this woman right here can continue that.”
HOPE SOLO
US goalkeeper Solo reckons Clinton is the best Presidential catch, though insists her support comes regardless of gender.
She said: "Hillary is the best candidate, the best leader, the best diplomat.
"I support the best person for every job, every time.
"Man or woman, black or white, gay or straight."
STEPHEN CURRY
THE Golden State Warriors ace has made it clear he wants Clinton to succeed Barack Obama.
Curry publicly endorsed the 39-year-old Democrat in September, answering simply: "Hillary," when asked who his preferred choice is.
LAILA ALI
LATE boxing legend Muhammad Ali's daughter is punching for Clinton.
Laila, who finished her own boxing career with a record of 24-0, said: "I'm ready to fight for Hillary the same way I did in the ring: with strength, skill and confidence."
MARTINA NAVRATILOVA
THE former Czech and American tennis ace has long supported Clinton's bid to become President.
In a number of tweets, Navratilova has spoken of Clinton "making history" and her desire to see the Democratic in power.
ALEX RODRIGUEZ
THE Yankees slugger has let his money do the talking when it comes to the Presidential Elections.
According to public financing records, Rodriguez donated 2,700 dollars (£2,175) to Clinton's campaign.
DONALD TRUMP
MIKE TYSON
FORMER heavyweight champion of the world, Tyson is most famous for biting the ear off Evander Holyfield in 1997 and his recent foray into the world of film.
Earlier this year he said: "When I see him, he shakes my hand and respects my family. None of them- Barack [Obama], whoever - nobody else does that. They’re gonna be who they are and disregard me, my family.”
"Let’s try something new. Let’s run America like a business, where no colours matter. Whoever can do the job, gets the job"
DENNIS RODMAN
FLAMBOYANT basketball star is outspoken on his politics and has visited North Korea, striking up a friendship with 'awesome guy' Kim Jong-un.
A five-time NBA champion and two-time All Star member, Rodman tweeted in July 2015: "Donald Trump has been a great friend for many years. We don't need another politician, we need a businessman like Mr. Trump!"
JOHN DALY
THE five-time PGA champion is a colourful character on and off the course, famous for his outragaeous outfits.
Trump, a major player in the golf industry who owns a number of courses around the world, was praised by Daly in March for being all “business.”
Daly tweeted: "That's y I luv my friend @realDonaldTrump he's not politics he's business! It's what our country needs."
HULK HOGAN
MOUSTACHIOED wrestling star has been on the scene since 1977 and has headlined Wrestlemania and Starrcade multiple times.
Last year, TMZ asked Hogan which presidential candidate he'd most like to get into the ring with.
His reply: "I don't want to be in the ring with any candidates. I want to be Trump's running mate."
CAITLYN JENNER
FORMER Olympic gold medal winning athlete who hit the headlines after revealing a sex-change in 2015, Jenner was also a successful American Football player during college.
A champion of women's rights, Jenner has said: "I think [Trump] would be very good for women's issues.
"Oh my God I would never ever ever vote for Hillary. We're done, if Hillary becomes President, the country is over."
DON KING
LEGENDARY boxing promoter known for The Rumble in the Jungle and his fantastic hair-do, King has promoted fighters ranging from Muhammad Ali to George Foreman.
He recently caused controversy after using the word n****r when introducing Donald Trump at a church in Cleveland.
During his speech, King praised Trump as "fearless," "courageous and brave" and said he believed Trump would "take this system apart" and "create a whole new system."
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