Barça Stars Aitana and Salma Shine in Laureus Awards Nominations
The upcoming Laureus Awards are infused with a distinct Blaugrana touch this year as two FC Barcelona women’s team footballers, Aitana Bonmatí and Salma Paralluelo, receive nominations for prestigious accolades. Aitana stands among the six finalists for the Sportswoman of the Year award, competing against stellar athletes like Shericka Jackson, Faith Kipyegon, Sha’Carri Richardson, Mikaela Shiffrin, and Iga Swiatek. Meanwhile, Salma Paralluelo is in contention for the Breakthrough of the Year award alongside other remarkable talents.
Adding to the Blaugrana representation, the Spanish women’s national team, with a core of Barça players, eyes the Laureus Award for Team of the Year after their recent triumph in the Australia-New Zealand 2023 World Cup. Their competition includes prestigious teams like the Manchester City football club and the Red Bull Racing Formula 1 team.
Furthermore, global football stars Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland lead the charge in the Best Male Athlete of the Year category, sharing the stage with other outstanding figures such as Novak Djokovic, Mondo Duplantis, Noah Lyles, and Max Verstappen. The Laureus Awards promise a celebration of remarkable athletic achievements and contributions across various sporting realms.
