Overview
- Simone Biles won her fourth Sportswoman of the Year award, equaling Serena Williams' record, after a triumphant return at the Paris Olympics with three gold medals and a silver.
- Mondo Duplantis was named Sportsman of the Year, becoming only the second track-and-field athlete after Usain Bolt to win this honor, following his ninth world record and Olympic gold in 2024.
- Rebeca Andrade earned the Comeback of the Year award, recognized for her inspiring return from three ACL injuries to win Olympic gold in the floor exercise.
- Real Madrid was awarded Team of the Year for their dominant 2024–2025 season, including a 15th UEFA Champions League title and multiple domestic and international trophies.
- Teen sensation Lamine Yamal received the Breakthrough of the Year award after helping Spain secure the European Championship at just 17 years old.