Lionel Messi, Lewis Hamilton named joint-winners of World Sportsman of the Year award

Barcelona captain Lionel Messi and Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton were named joint winners of World Sportsman of Year award at  2020 Laureus World Sports Awards on Monday night (Tuesday IST). Meanwhile, US gymnast Simone Biles was named as  World Sportswoman of Year for a second year running. 

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2020 Laureus World Sports Awards: Lionel Messi and Lewis Hamilton scoop awards

Lionel Messi became first footballer to be named as  World Sportsman of Year.  Argentine capped off ar stellar season where he helped Barcelona win LaLiga. Messi also scooped a record sixth Ballon d'Or to leave long-time rival Cristia Ronaldo behind at five. Messi was t present in Berlin for award ceremony. 

32-year-old, however, posted a video mess to express his gratitude after winning prestigious award.

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Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton was named joint winner with Lionel Messi. German F1 racer was crowned Formula One world champion for sixth time in vember 2019. Lewis Hamilton was present at ceremony and was presented award by former Arsenal manr Arsene Wenger.

2020 Laureus World Sports Awards: 22-year-old scoops ar award

Simone Biles was named as  World Sportswoman of Year for third time in her career. 22-year-old capped off 2019 by becoming most decorated gymnast in history of World Championships. 

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar was at ceremony to accept Best Sporting Moment award (2000 - 2020) at  2020 Laureus World Sports Awards. 

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2020 Laureus World Sports Awards: Or winners at ceremony

Sportsman: Lionel Messi and Lewis Hamilton

Sportswoman: Simone Biles

Lifetime Achievement Award: Dirk witzki

Comeback of Year: Sophia Floersch

Action Sportsperson: Chloe Kim

Sportsperson with a Disability: Oksana Masters

Breakthrough of Year: Egan Bernal

Exceptional Achievement: Spanish Basketball Federation

Sport for Good Award: South Bronx United

Team of Year: South Africa Men's Rugby Team (Springboks)

Sporting Moment 2000-2020: Sachin Tendulkar for 2011 World Cup Triumph

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