The 2025 Laureus World Sports Awards are set to take place in Madrid on April 21, marking a notable 25-year anniversary since the inaugural event in Monaco in 2000. This prestigious ceremony not only honors the achievements of athletes but also emphasizes the impact of the Laureus Sport for Good initiative, which aims to transform the lives of youth globally through sports.
This year's awards will feature seven elite categories, with winners determined by a voting panel of 69 sporting legends from the Laureus World Sports Academy. The event will also spotlight the Laureus Sport for Good Award, recognizing individuals or organizations that have significantly contributed to improving the lives of children and young people through sports.
Last year, the awards celebrated remarkable talents such as Novak Djokovic and Aitana Bonmatí, who were honored as the male and female athletes of the year, respectively. Other notable winners included Jude Bellingham and Simone Biles, showcasing a diverse array of sporting excellence.
As Madrid gears up for this illustrious event, the city continues to strengthen its reputation as a hub for major sporting occasions, having recently hosted high-profile events and preparing for future ones, including the Formula One Gran Premio d'Espana.