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McIlroy, Norris, Alcaraz Shine at Laureus Sports Awards

4/21/2026

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Summary

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Rory McIlroy won the Comeback of the Year at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid, celebrating his Masters victory and career Grand Slam.
Lando Norris received the Breakthrough of the Year after winning his first Formula One championship, thanking his team for support.
Carlos Alcaraz was named World Sportsman of the Year and Aryna Sabalenka World Sportswoman of the Year, while Alcaraz raised wrist-injury concerns for the French Open.

History

Historical Context

The Laureus World Sports Awards, established in 2000 by the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, honor outstanding athletic achievements globally. The inaugural ceremony, held on May 25, 2000, in Monte Carlo, featured Nelson Mandela as the keynote speaker. Over the years, the awards have evolved to recognize diverse talents, reflecting the changing landscape of sports and inspiring future generations of athletes.

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Story summary

Rory McIlroy won the Comeback of the Year at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid, celebrating his Masters victory and career Grand Slam.
Lando Norris received the Breakthrough of the Year after winning his first Formula One championship, thanking his team for support.
Carlos Alcaraz was named World Sportsman of the Year and Aryna Sabalenka World Sportswoman of the Year, while Alcaraz raised wrist-injury concerns for the French Open.

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