The Olympics are comprised of the best female athletes in the world.  

While many are known for just their achievements in the sport that they compete, others are also known for their looks. Many members of the U.S. women's soccer team became famous last year because of both their beauty and the team's run in the World Cup.

Even athletes who don't have much of a chance of earning a medal can gain notoriety because of their appearance.

In 2008, Michael Phelps won eight gold medals and was the most-searched Olympian, according to Yahoo. Paraguayan javelin thrower Leryn Franco was second on the list, even though she did not come close to winning a medal.

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The track and field star has yet to compete in this year’s games, but she’s still one of the most popular athletes at the Games. The sprinter caused some controversy when tweeting about the skeet shooting competition over the first weekend.

Sharapova is known for her beauty, but she’s one of the best tennis players in the world. The Russian won the French Open earlier this year.

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Forward Alex Morgan has starred for the U.S. soccer team.

The javelin thrower from Paraguay might be the most recognizable female athlete in London. It’s her second straight appearance at the Olympics, though she might be known more for career as a model than her athletic prowess.

The American competed in the 2008 Olympics and is looking to take home a gold medal in the 4x400m relay. She posed nude while being featured in ESPN the Magazine.

The veteran is one of the more visible soccer players for the U.S.

After winning the silver in Beijing, Glass is looking to help lead the U.S. women’s volleyball team to a gold medal finish. The women’s round of 16 begins on Aug. 3.