Laureus World Sports Awards

Laureus 2018-19: Vinesh Phogat says she is better equipped to deal with pressure going into 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Vinesh Phogat speaks to Firstpost, about her getting nominated for the award, her training under coach Woller Akos, the difference between foreign and Indian coaches, preparations for the Tokyo Olympics and more.

Laureus 2018-19: Serie A needs to start investing big again, says former Brazil and AC Milan legend Cafu

In modern football, where club football in Europe has become a lot about money, Cafu thinks Seria A needs to start investing big again.

Formula One: Ferrari have two No 1 drivers in Sebastian Vettel and new arrival Charles Leclerc, says Nico Rosberg

Nico Rosberg said he is most excited about Ferrari fielding two 'number one drivers' in Sebastian Vettel and Charles Leclerc.

Laureus 2018-19: Footballer Joe Thompson talks about beating cancer twice, realising long-standing Wembley dream and more

After beating cancer for the second time, Thompson made an emotional return to play for Rochdale in their FA Cup replay against Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley, realising a dream of playing at the stadium.

Firstpost Spodcast Episode 124: Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul's future remains undecided, Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic storm into third round of Australian Open and more

In today's episode, we discuss Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul's impeding inquiry into the sexism episode, Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic's progression to third round in Australian Open and more.

Laureus 2018-19: Wrestler Vinesh Phogat becomes first Indian to be nominated for prestigious awards

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who won a gold medal at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games and the 2018 Asian Games, becomes the first Indian to receive a nomination in the history of Laureus World Sports Awards.

Laureus CEO Jonathan Hill interview: I want to bring a Laureus event to India, love the idea of a celebrity hockey match for charity

Laureus CEO Jonathan Hill talks to Firstpost about his role at Laureus, his biggest challenge at the organisation, his stints with The Football Association and Euro '96 and Laureus' plans for India.

Laureus 2018-19: Here are December nominees for Best Sporting Moment of the Year

The Laureus Sporting Moment of the Month campaign for December has been launched with four engaging and emotional Moments. Check this month's nominees

Laureus Sporting Moment Award, December nominees: Premier League club Manchester City honours two of their biggest fans

Manchester City saluted two of their biggest fans at their home match against Fulham, with 98-year-old Olga and her 102-year-old sister Vera leading the teams out at the Etihad Stadium.

Laureus Sporting Moment Award, December nominees: Wild Boars football team's special day out with Manchester United

In a special gesture, Manchester United invited the Wild Boars football team to visit their training ground where they were met by United’s manager, Jose Mourinho and each member of the team received a special hug from The Special One.