Voting has opened for the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year 2024, inviting fans to choose the World Sport Star of the Year. Six exceptional contenders have been shortlisted for this prestigious award, which will be presented live on BBC One on December 17. Last year, Manchester City star Erling Haaland took home the award.
Outstanding Performances in 2024
According to reports, Simone Biles, representing the United States, marked a triumphant return at the Paris Games, securing three gold medals while becoming the oldest gymnast to win the women’s all-around title in 72 years. With a total of 11 Olympic medals, Biles continues to affirm her status as the most decorated gymnast.
Caitlin Clark, also from the United States, made waves in basketball by breaking multiple records during her debut WNBA season and became the all-time leading scorer in college basketball history. At just 22 years old, her record-setting season captured the attention of nearly 19 million viewers during the NCAA final, solidifying her as a rising superstar.
Swiss para-athlete Catherine Debrunner showcased extraordinary talent at the Paris Paralympics, winning five gold medals and one silver across various races. Her achievements not only brought her total Paralympic medals to eight but also saw her triumph in major marathons, including victories in London and Berlin, exhibiting her dominance in para-athletics.
Armand Duplantis from Sweden, the reigning pole vault great, continued to shatter records in 2024. He successfully defended his Olympic title, breaking both the world and Olympic records more than once during the year. His remarkable feats solidified his reputation as possibly the greatest pole vaulter in history.
In athletics, Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands emerged with an astonishing performance, winning three medals at the Paris Olympics, including gold in the marathon. She made history by becoming the first female athlete to achieve Olympic gold in the 5,000m, 10,000m, and marathon events in a single Games, an unprecedented feat.
French swimmer Leon Marchand dazzled the world at his home Olympics, securing four gold medals and setting two Olympic records in quick succession. His triumphs cemented his place among swimming legends, earning comparisons to Michael Phelps as he clinched gold in several events, making him a standout star of the Paris Games.
Voting is now open for the BBC Sports Personality World Sport Star of the Year 2024. Contenders include Simone Biles, Caitlin Clark, Catherine Debrunner, Armand Duplantis, Sifan Hassan, and Leon Marchand. Each athlete has achieved remarkable feats in their sports, with events culminating in a live presentation on December 17.
The BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 invites fans to honor six extraordinary athletes whose accomplishments have left a profound mark in their respective sports. From Simone Biles’ remarkable comeback to Leon Marchand’s Olympic glory, these contenders exemplify dedication and excellence on the world stage. Each athlete has not only broken records but also inspired fans worldwide with their incredible achievements.
Original Source: www.bbc.com
