Novak Djokovic
Djokovic and Nadal win Laureus World Sports Award
Serbia won the title for the first time in 2013
April 22, 2024
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Novak Djokovic won his fifth Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award in Madrid on Monday night.
From ATP staff
Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal both won the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on Monday night.
Djokovic won the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year Award for a record fifth time, adding to the awards he won in 2013, 2015, 2016 and 2019. At the glittering awards ceremony, the Rafael Nadal Foundation received the Laureus Sport for Good Award.
The 36-year-old Serbian was recognized for his remarkable performance in the 2023 season, which brought him one set away from completing the calendar year Grand Slam. Djokovic won majors at the Australian Open, Roland Garros, and the US Open, but only missed Wimbledon, where he lost in the final to Carlos Alcaraz in five sets. He won his record seventh Nitto ATP Finals title and finished the year winning his record eighth annual No.1 Presented By PIF.
Novak Djokovic and his wife Jelena. ”
Novak Djokovic and his wife Jelena in Madrid on Monday night.Credit: Getty Images
“Djokovic, who recently became the oldest player in the history of the PIF ATP Rankings to become World No. 1, is extremely honored to receive the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award for the fifth time.” [season] I won my first championship in 2012 at the age of 24. Twelve years later, I’m very proud to be here, looking back on a year that brought so much excitement and success to me and my fans.
“I returned to Australia last January and was thrilled to win my 10th title. This tournament means so much to me and has prepared me for an incredible 12 months. It’s amazing. I couldn’t have achieved this much success without the help of my team.” Me and my inspirational competitors who have always pushed me to be the best version of myself.
“The Laureus Award is very special as it represents recognition from the 69 world-class athletes who make up the Laureus World Sports Academy. Receiving the vote of My Sports Hero is a great opportunity to receive this award from across the sporting world. That makes it coveted.”
Rafael Nadal and his wife Maria Francisca Perello. ”
Rafael Nadal and his wife Maria Francisca Perello at the Laureus World Sports Awards.Credit: Getty Images
The Rafael Nadal Foundation was recognized for supporting more than 1,000 vulnerable young people in Spain and India, empowering them to realize their potential and believe in the transformative power of sport.
🤩 @frnadal is the winner of the 2024 Laureus Sport for Good Award.
This inspiring program truly believes in the transformative power of sport.She supports over 1,000 vulnerable young people in Spain and India, helping them realize their potential #laureus24 |… pic.twitter.com/uiRAWcR1Js
— Laureus (@LaureusSport) April 22, 2024
