Tennis Stars Recognized for 2025 Dominance

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have both been nominated for the prestigious 2026 Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award, recognizing their exceptional performances throughout the 2025 season. The nominations acknowledge a year of intense competition and significant achievements for both players.

The pair combined to win all four Grand Slam titles in 2025, solidifying their positions as the top contenders in men’s tennis. Alcaraz secured victories at Roland Garros and the US Open, while Sinner triumphed at the Australian Open and Wimbledon.

Alcaraz and Sinner’s Recent Achievements

Alcaraz, already a Laureus winner having earned the Breakthrough of the Year Award in 2023, won a Tour-leading eight titles in 2025. Sinner also enjoyed a remarkable year, capturing a second consecutive Nitto ATP Finals crown in Turin.

“Alcaraz and Sinner are both aiming to lift the award for the first time.”

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Sinner also held the No. 1 ranking in the PIF ATP Rankings from June 2024 through September 2025, before Alcaraz reclaimed the top spot after winning the US Open.

Fonseca Shortlisted for Breakthrough Award

Adding to the tennis representation at the awards, #NextGenATP star João Fonseca has been shortlisted for the World Breakthrough of the Year award. Fonseca’s nomination recognizes his rapid rise on Tour, having won two ATP Tour titles in 2025 and reaching a career-high No. 24 ranking.

Award Ceremony Details

The 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards will take place at Cibeles Palace in Madrid on April 20th. Novak Djokovic was the most recent male player to win World Sportsman of the Year, claiming the honor in 2024.

Other Nominees

Alcaraz and Sinner will compete against Ousmane Dembélé, Marc Marquez, Tadej Pogacar, and Mondo Duplantis for the Sportsman of the Year award. Aryna Sabalenka is nominated for the World Sportswoman of the Year award.

FAQ

• Who are the nominees for World Sportsman of the Year? Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Ousmane Dembélé, Marc Marquez, Tadej Pogacar, and Mondo Duplantis.
• When and where will the awards ceremony be held? April 20th at Cibeles Palace in Madrid.
• Who won the World Sportsman of the Year award in 2024? Novak Djokovic.