Tennis players Sabalenka and Alcaraz win top Laureus awards

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal, 18, was awarded the Young Sportsperson of the Year at the Laureus Awards, marking his second accolade following his Breakthrough award in 2025. Tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka were named World Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year, respectively, celebrating their successful seasons. Other notable winners included Rory McIlroy for World Comeback of the Year and Toni Kroos for the Laureus Sporting Inspiration Award.

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