Alcaraz and Sabalenka Win Laureus Awards

Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz was named the World Laureus Sportsman of the Year after winning the French Open and the US Open. Belarusian tennis player Aryna Sabalenka secured the Sportswoman of the Year Award for 2025 by defending her US Open title. Paris Saint-Germain was honored as the Team of the Year, while Lando Norris and Rory McIlroy received special awards. The announcement was made on April 21 in Kathmandu.

At the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards, Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka were recognized as the world’s top athletes. The 22-year-old Alcaraz claimed the award following his victories at the French Open and US Open and his return to the world No. 1 ranking. He described this achievement as a great honor for him.

Similarly, Sabalenka earned the award after an outstanding 2025 season, successfully defending her US Open title. She remarked that this victory represented not only success but also the result of hard work, pressure, and daily struggles. Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain was named Team of the Year, Lando Norris received the ‘Breakthrough of the Year,’ and golfer Rory McIlroy was awarded ‘Comeback of the Year.’ Emerging athletes, including Lamin Yamal, were also honored during the ceremony.