Spanish tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka were honored with the Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year awards at the 26th Laureus World Sports Awards ceremony held in Madrid on Monday, according to Daily Maverick. The duo’s recognition follows a year of outstanding performances, cementing their status among the world's elite athletes.
Alcaraz, who is currently ranked number two globally, and Sabalenka, the world number one, were celebrated for their achievements on the tennis court, as reported by Aristegui Noticias. Their victories underscore their dominance and significance in the sport over the past year, as detailed by Daily Sabah.
The ceremony also recognized Paris Saint-Germain as the Team of the Year after a record-breaking season, along with awards for rising stars and lifetime achievement honorees such as former Romanian gymnast Simone Biles, according to Vanguard Nigeria and Aristegui Noticias. These additional honors reflect the wide range of disciplines celebrated at the event.
The Laureus awards in Madrid marked the third edition of the ceremony, emphasizing global sporting excellence beyond tennis, with athletes across various sports being acknowledged. Observers will be watching how Alcaraz and Sabalenka build on their momentum leading to upcoming Grand Slam tournaments and the next Olympic cycle.
Aryna Sabalenka
Carlos Alcaraz
Madrid
