Madrid Marks Hat-Trick with Laureus World Sports Awards

Madrid will host the Laureus World Sports Awards for the third consecutive year, continuing to benefit from the work of Laureus Sport for Good. The event will unite the global sporting community at the Cibeles Palace on April 20, 2026, underlining Madrid's status as a premier sports host city.

Madrid is set to host the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards for the third year in a row, as announced by the organisers on Monday. The gala will take place at the iconic Cibeles Palace on April 20, 2026.

According to organisers, since the awards' debut in Madrid in 2024, the city has significantly benefited from the Laureus Sport for Good's initiatives. The 2026 awards will once again draw together the global sporting community, along with prominent figures from entertainment, culture, and fashion. The revered Laureus statuette will be presented in seven major categories.

Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid, expressed enthusiasm for another sport-filled year and highlighted anticipated events like the EuroBasket and UEFA Champions League Final. Mayor José Luis Martínez-Almeida lauded Madrid's ongoing role as a world-leading sports host, underscoring the city's commitment to staging legendary global sports events.

(With inputs from agencies.)