Some of the biggest names in global sport have been shortlisted for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year Award, one of the most prestigious honours in international athletics.
The nominees for the 2026 edition include Carlos Alcaraz, Ousmane Dembele, Armand Duplantis, Marc Marquez, Tadej Pogacar, and Jannik Sinner.
The Laureus World Sports Awards recognise the best athletes across different sports each year. Winners are selected by the Laureus World Sports Academy, a group made up of legendary athletes from around the world.
The 2026 ceremony is scheduled to take place in Madrid, bringing together some of the most accomplished figures in sport.
The Laureus World Sports Awards celebrate athletes whose performances have defined the sporting year. With such a strong lineup of nominees, the race for the 2026 World Sportsman of the Year award promises to be closely watched by fans around the world.