Simone Biles, Mondo Duplantis Win Laureus Awards, Real Madrid Named Best Team

At the 2025 Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid, Simone Biles was named Sportswoman of the Year after her record-equaling fourth win, following a historic medal haul at the Paris Olympics. Mondo Duplantis received Sportsman of the Year for securing his second Olympic pole vault gold and repeatedly breaking his own world record. Real Madrid was awarded Team of the Year, celebrating their Champions League and La Liga double, while Barcelona's Lamine Yamal was honored as Breakthrough Star of the Year after his role in Spain's Euro 2024 victory. Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade won the Comeback of the Year award for her return from serious injury to claim multiple Olympic medals. Other notable recognitions included Rafael Nadal as Sporting Icon and Kelly Slater for Lifetime Achievement. The event marked the 25th anniversary of the Laureus Awards, highlighting major achievements across the global sporting landscape.