# Laureus Awards: Tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka were crowned Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year, respectively, at the Laureus Awards in Madrid. Alcaraz won eight ATP Tour titles, including two Grand Slams in 2025. Sabalenka won a second US Open crown and four WTA titles. Rory McIlroy claimed the World Comeback of the Year Award, with Formula 1’s Lando Norris named World Breakthrough of the Year. Barcelona and Spain’s Lamine Yamal was named the Young Sportsperson of the Year, and Paris St-Germain won the World Team of the Year.
Laureus Awards: Alcaraz and Sabalenka named Laureus athletes of 2025