Overview
- Simone Biles won her fourth Laureus Sportswoman of the Year award, tying Serena Williams' record, following her stellar performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics with three golds and one silver.
- Mondo Duplantis claimed his first Laureus Sportsman of the Year award after breaking his own pole vault world record and securing a second consecutive Olympic gold in Paris.
- Rebeca Andrade earned the Comeback of the Year award for overcoming multiple ACL injuries to win gold, silver, and bronze medals at the Paris Games, becoming Brazil's most decorated gymnast.
- Real Madrid was named Team of the Year after a dominant season that included their 15th UEFA Champions League title and 36th La Liga championship.
- Additional honors included Rafael Nadal receiving the Sporting Icon award, Jiang Yuyan being recognized as Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability, and Kick4Life winning the Sport for Good award.