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Olivier Rioux, Florida Basketball’s 7' 9" Sensation, Announces Transfer Destination Out West

Rioux is heading to a mid-major with a track record of developing players such as himself.

Sports Illustrated

The Eight Men’s College Hoops Players Who Made March Madness Unforgettable

A look back at the breakout heroes, clutch shots and unlikely stars who stole the spotlight in the NCAA tournament.

Sports Illustrated

Where Are They Now? Catching Up With March Madness Viral Heroes of the Past

Northwestern’s crying kid. Villanova’s sobbing piccolo girl. Doug Edert and his viral mustache. Where are they now?

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Who Is the 7'9 Basketball Player? Olivier Rioux's Age, Parents, and Team Revealed as Fans React in Shock and Awe

The journey of Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest active basketball player at 7'9" for the Florida Gators. Discover his Canadian roots, family influence, and viral rise in the sport.

International Business Times UK

How a Little-Used 7' 9" Florida Center Became March Madness’s Most Electric Moment

End-of-the-bench center Olivier Rioux had a monster dunk late in the Gators’ first-round rout, a sight fans clamored for.

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7'9'' Florida Gators Center Makes NCAA History With Emphatic Dunk

Olivier Rioux, the tallest player in basketball history, made some awesome history in Florida's win Wednesday night.

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The world’s tallest teenager achieves new career feat in Florida college game

The world’s tallest teenager, Olivier Rioux, starred for his college team on Wednesday night

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Florida’s 7' 9" Center Olivier Rioux Made a 6' 8" Opponent Look Tiny in Historic Debut

At long last, the Gators center made his college debut ... and NCAA history in the process.

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The world’s tallest teenager makes basketball history

Olivier Rioux made basketball history when he took to the court for Florida Gators on Thursday night

The Independent UK

Olivier Rioux Height and Age: Is the World's Tallest Teen Better Suited to Football than Basketball?

Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teen at 7'9", tests his skills in football as NCAA basketball development continues in Florida.

International Business Times UK

Florida's 7'9" Center Olivier Rioux Cut Down Net Without a Ladder One Last Time

The 7'9" big man got to disregard the ladder once more.

Sports Illustrated

March Madness men’s final predictions: the winner and a missing giant

Will Walter Clayton Jr’s ongoing Steph Curry impression carry the Gators to a third national title? Or will the Cougars’ suffocating defense unlock the program’s first?

The Guardian - US

John Fanta Interviewing Florida 7'9" Center Was Iconic Final Four Moment

Give the camera operator a raise.

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Florida's 7'9" Center Got to Show Off His Incredible Net-Cutting Trick Again

Trip to the Final Four creates another unique visual.

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Photo of CBS’ Tracy Wolfson Standing Next to Florida’s 7’9’’ Center is Too Good

Wolfson shared this photo before Sunday's Florida-UConn game.

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Florida's 7' 9" Center Didn't Need a Ladder to Cut Down Net at SEC Championship

Olivier Rioux didn't need to climb a ladder to cut down the net at the SEC tournament.

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Video of Florida’s 7’9’’ Freshman Center Warming Up Had College Hoops Fans in Awe

Florida fans will likely have to wait until next season to see freshman center Olivier Rioux, college basketball's tallest player at 7'9", play his first minutes.

The Independent UK

The world's tallest teenager, 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux, plans to redshirt at Florida this season

The world’s tallest teenager might have to wait a year to become the world’s tallest college basketball player

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The Independent UK

The world’s tallest teenager eyes up his basketball future

Florida freshman Olivier Rioux is the world's tallest teenager

The Guardian - US

Is 7ft 9in teenager Olivier Rioux too tall for basketball?

The Canadian towers over his opponents, even in a sport for the very tall. But his attributes may not suit the modern game

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Canadian Big Man Olivier Rioux Set To Join Florida Gators

Olivier Rioux, the 7'9'' Canadian basketball sensation, joins Florida Gators, poised to make history as the tallest college player ever.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Above the Rim and Beyond the Court: Olivier Rioux, the world’s tallest teen, is more than just a basketball player

The 7-foot-9 Florida Gators commit is turning heads and and off the court — in more ways than one.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Who is Olivier Rioux, the 7-foot-6 teenager?

After making the Guinness Book of World Records in 2021, Olivier Rioux has once again taken the internet's notice with some highlight footage from Brookwood Elite, a Canadian AAU team. At 17 years old, Rioux is 7-foot-6, according to his Instagram ...

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