Lando Norris wins Laureus award

The ceremony celebrated the greatest sporting achievements of the past year, with tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka also taking home major honors.

Norris's win follows a successful season that saw him secure his first F1 victory and multiple podium finishes.

McIlroy's award recognized his resilience in returning to the top of the golf rankings after a challenging period.

The event brought together global sports legends and highlighted the power of sport to inspire and unite communities worldwide.