World number-1 men’s tennis player Novak Djokovic has been awarded the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year 2024. This is Djokovic’s fifth Laureus Award. The 25th Laureus World Sports Awards Ceremony took place on 22 April in Madrid, Spain. This award is given for the achievements of the last year.
In this matter, he has equaled former tennis player Roger Federer. These two players have been honored the most number of times in the history of the Laureus Award.
Djokovic has the most Grand Slam titles
Djokovic won titles in Australian Open, French Open and US Open last year. Djokovic is the player with the most title wins in men’s singles with 24 Grand Slams.
Bonmati named Laureus World Sports Women of the Year 2024
Spain’s midfielder Aitana Bonmati received the Laureus World Sports Women of the Year 2024 award. Bonamati received the Golden Ball trophy at the FIFA Women’s World Cup last year. The Golden Ball is given to the best player of the tournament.