In a dazzling celebration of global sports, the Laureus World Sports Awards honored standout performances and inspiring comebacks that left fans buzzing. Simone Biles was named sportswoman of the year after an incredible run at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she secured three gold medals and a silver! 🌟
Not to be outdone, Mondo Duplantis stepped into the limelight as sportsman of the year, winning his second Olympic gold and breaking his own world record twice. His soaring achievements remind us that determination knows no bounds.
Real Madrid clinched the title of world team of the year, topping the list after an unforgettable season crowned with Champions League and La Liga triumphs. Meanwhile, young Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal wowed audiences, earning the world breakthrough player award with his dynamic play.
Other highlights included sporting icon Rafael Nadal, lifetime achievement awardee Kelly Slater, Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade making a triumphant comeback with three medals in Paris, and British mountain biker Tom Pidcock, whose resilience earned him the world action sportsperson award after overcoming a puncture challenge to secure back-to-back cyclo-cross Olympic titles. 🏆
This edition of the awards celebrated talent, persistence, and the sheer passion of sports, inspiring young athletes and fans worldwide to dream big and push past their limits!
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Biles, Duplantis and Real Madrid win Laureus World Sports Awards
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