If sports are meant to be a form of entertainment, there is perhaps no greater athlete in the world right now than Nick Ponzio. Who is Nick Ponzio? We’re glad you asked. Ponzio is a 27-year-old American-born shot putter who represents Italy at the world level. He’s never won a world medal, but he’s still undoubtedly the most-interesting thrower out there. Just check out this entrance from the 2022 World Athletic Championships in Eugene, OR.
Ponzio didn’t medal. In fact, he took ninth in the event with Americans Ryan Crouser, Joe Kovacs and Josh Awotunde sweeping the podium. But it was still Ponzio who stole the show. And that’s nothing new for the University of Florida and USC product. Ponzio prides himself on putting on a show every time he goes out to compete.
