The prestigious Laureus World Sport Awards took place on Monday, with notable winners including Rory McIlroy and Lando Norris. McIlroy, who recently achieved a long-awaited career Grand Slam, received the Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award for his outstanding achievement in golf. The Northern Irish golfer expressed his gratitude, stating that winning his second Laureus Award is a huge honor and means a lot to him personally and for the sport of golf.
He also reflected on the emotional experience of completing his career Grand Slam, which he had been chasing for a long time. McIlroy acknowledged the recognition of his journey, including the setbacks and near misses, and expressed his appreciation for the award.
Norris, on the other hand, was awarded the Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year Award after winning his maiden Formula One drivers' championship title. The 26-year-old driver expressed his gratitude to the Laureus Academy and acknowledged the incredible team effort that contributed to his success. Other notable winners included Carlos Alcaraz, who was named Laureus World Sportsman of the Year, and Aryna Sabalenka, who received the Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year Award. The awards ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements in sports, recognizing the power of sports to change the world.