Novak Djokovic extended his record by winning the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award for the fifth time, while Aitana Bonmati, a member of Spain’s FIFA World Cup-winning team, became the first footballer to receive the World Sportswoman of the Year award. Spain’s victorious World Cup team was named Team of the Year. Jude Bellingham, a standout for Real Madrid, received the Breakthrough of the Year Award, and gymnastics legend Simone Biles was honored for her inspiring comeback. The award ceremony recognized exceptional athletic accomplishments and the Laureus mission to leverage sports for positive change.