12 Bizarre And 100% Factually Incorrect Beliefs Spread By Pro Athletes

Welcome to the wild and wacky world of professional athletes and their often bizarre beliefs. From Kyrie Irving's musings on the shape of the Earth to William Hayes' belief in mermaids, it's clear that these superstars are not short on imagination. But are their beliefs based in fact? Well, no. In fact, many of these beliefs are 100% factually incorrect. 

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In this list, we'll explore 12 of the most bizarre and 100% factually incorrect beliefs spread by professional athletes. From Magic Johnson's risk-averse attitude to Tom Brady's advice to drink more water than you need, these athletes have some truly unique perspectives on the world. We'll also look at some of the more controversial beliefs, such as Manny Pacquiao's homophobic remarks, and the flat-earth theories of Shaquille O'Neal and Bryce Mitchell. 

So, if you're looking for a good laugh or just want to be entertained by some of the most outrageous beliefs of professional athletes, then this list is for you. Enjoy.