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The Tallest Teenager in The World is a Major Basketball Prospect at IMG Academy #shorts
February 19, 2024
At 7-foot-7, Olivier Rioux holds the Guinness World Record as the tallest teenager on the planet while developing his basketball skills at IMG Academy.
Olivier Rioux stands at an extraordinary 7-foot-7, making him the tallest teenager in the world according to Guinness World Records. However, the Canadian-born center understands that height alone won't make him a successful basketball player at the next level.
At IMG Academy in Florida, Rioux works daily to develop the footwork, touch, and defensive awareness needed to compete against elite competition. His commitment to the Florida Gators gives him a clear path to test his skills in the SEC.