Get ready for an exciting showdown as World Athletics announces the finalists for the 2025 Athlete of the Year awards! This prestigious recognition is up for grabs, and the competition is fierce. With Olympic gold medallists in the mix, it's a battle of the best.
The initial long list of nominees has been whittled down to the top two men and top two women across three thrilling categories: track, field, and out-of-stadium athletes. These finalists were carefully selected through a first-round voting process involving the World Athletics Council, the World Athletics Family, and a public vote on social media.
But here's where it gets controversial... Who will be crowned the ultimate champion in their respective category? The winners will be unveiled at a glamorous ceremony in Monaco on November 30th, as part of the World Athletics Awards 2025.
Let's take a closer look at the finalists:
Women's Track Athlete of the Year:
- Femke Bol (Netherlands) - World 400m Hurdles Champion
- Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone (USA) - World 400m Champion
Men's Track Athlete of the Year:
- Noah Lyles (USA) - World 200m Champion
- Emmanuel Wanyonyi (Kenya) - World 800m Champion
Women's Field Athlete of the Year:
- Tara Davis-Woodhall (USA) - World Long Jump Champion
- Nicola Olyslagers (Australia) - World High Jump Champion
Men's Field Athlete of the Year:
- Mondo Duplantis (Sweden) - World Pole Vault Champion
- Mattia Furlani (Italy) - World Long Jump Champion
Women's Out-of-Stadium Athlete of the Year:
- Peres Jepchirchir (Kenya) - World Marathon Champion
- Maria Perez (Spain) - World 20km and 35km Race Walk Champion
Men's Out-of-Stadium Athlete of the Year:
- Sabastian Sawe (Kenya) - London and Berlin Marathon Champion
- Alphonce Simbu (Tanzania) - World Marathon Champion
And this is the part most people miss... Fan voting is now open! Your voice matters in deciding the World Athlete of the Year. So, make sure to cast your vote and be part of this historic event.
Will the fans' choice align with the experts' picks? Only time will tell.
Don't forget to share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below. Let's spark a conversation and celebrate the incredible achievements of these athletes!
