Jude Bellingham, the young English professional footballer, has been making waves in the world of football. His performances have not only caught the attention of football fans worldwide but also earned him the prestigious Laureus World Sports Breakthrough of the Year award.
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What is the Laureus World Sports Award?
The Laureus World Sports Awards is an annual award ceremony that honours individuals and teams from the world of sports along with their achievements from the previous calendar year. Established in 1999 by Laureus Sport for Good Foundation founding patrons Daimler and Richemont, the awards support the work of Laureus Sport for Good, which supports over 160 community projects in more than 40 countries.
The name “Laureus” is derived from the Greek word for laurel, considered a traditional symbol of victory in athletics. The awards are made annually in eight categories, with a number of discretionary categories irregularly recognised. The recipient of each award is presented with a Laureus statuette, created by Cartier.
Laureus World Sports Breakthrough of the Year 2024
This year Bellingham won the Laureus World Sports Breakthrough of the Year award. This award is given to the sportsperson or team whose performance as a newcomer suggests the greatest potential for an outstanding career. Bellingham’s win was a recognition of his stunning start to life at Real Madrid. He scored the winner against Barcelona in El Clásico, taking his tally to 17 goals in La Liga this season. He also helped Real Madrid beat Manchester City on penalties in their Champions League quarter-final.
