Carlos Alcaraz, the young tennis sensation from Spain, has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Sportsman of the Year Award. This nomination comes as a recognition of his outstanding achievements in the world of tennis over the past year. Alcaraz, who has already made a significant mark in the sport at such a young age, expressed his happiness and gratitude for being considered for this esteemed award.
Alcaraz’s journey to this nomination has been nothing short of remarkable. In 2024, he clinched two Grand Slam titles, winning Roland Garros and Wimbledon back-to-back. His victories at these major tournaments have solidified his position as one of the top players in the world. Additionally, he successfully defended his title at the BNP Paribas Open, further showcasing his consistency and dominance on the court.
The 21-year-old tennis star took to social media to share his excitement about the nomination. “Very happy to have been nominated for Laureus World Sportsman of the Year! Thanks to the Laureus Academy for the nomination!” Alcaraz wrote. This is not the first time he has been recognized by the Laureus Academy; he previously won the Laureus Breakthrough of the Year award in 2023.
Alcaraz’s nomination places him among other sporting greats, including Mondo Duplantis, Léon Marchand, Tadej Pogacar, and Max Verstappen. The winners of the Laureus World Sports Awards will be unveiled at a ceremony in Madrid, Spain, on April 21. This nomination is a testament to Alcaraz’s hard work, dedication, and exceptional talent, and it highlights his significant contributions to the world of sports.
Very happy to have been nominated for Laureus World Sportsman of the Year! Thanks to the Laureus Academy for the nomination! @LaureusSport #Laureus25 pic.twitter.com/jaebxmbW6R
— Carlos Alcaraz (@carlosalcaraz) March 3, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
LWWWWLWWWW Now the world no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 20th of February when he lost to world no.24 Jiri Lehecka 6-3 3-6 6-4 in the quarter in Doha (draw).
This year Alcaraz owns an overall 11-2 match record. This year, Carlos clinched 1 title in Rotterdam.
