Vote Now: Who Will Be the BBC 2025 World Sport Star of the Year?

news Dec 11, 2025

The stage is set for one of the most anticipated events in sports as the BBC Sports Personality World Sport Star of the Year 2025 Award opens its voting. Fans from around the globe eagerly await to see which sports icon will claim the prestigious trophy this year. According to The Phoenix Newspaper UK, the award ceremony will be broadcasted live on BBC One on 18 December.

Star-Studded Line-Up

The candidates for the 2025 award are a blend of excellence, grit, and remarkable achievements in the world of sports:

Mariona Caldentey: A Spanish football sensation for Arsenal, Caldentey illuminated English football with her 19 goals in 41 matches and a key role in securing a Champions League victory. Her accolades include being named the PFA Women’s Player of the Year and part of UEFA’s Champions League team of the year.
Terence Crawford: A historic name in boxing, Crawford became the first male fighter to hold undisputed champion titles across three weight divisions in the four-belt era, defeating Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez in a monumental match.
Armand Duplantis: The Swedish pole vaulter continues to shatter records, including his 14th career world record this year. He’s undefeated for two consecutive years in pole vaulting, clinching multiple championships with sheer domination.
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone: The transition from 400m hurdles to 400m flat at the World Athletics Championships was seamless for McLaughlin-Levrone, marking her as the first to claim world titles in both disciplines, with her efforts setting one of the fastest times in history.
Shohei Ohtani: This Japanese baseball dual-threat showed incredible prowess in MLB by combining pitching with impressive batting, being one of the few to hit three home runs and strike out 10 batters in one game.
Mohamed Salah: Known affectionately as the ‘Egyptian King,’ Salah led Liverpool to a monumental season with 29 Premier League goals and a personal best year, breaking numerous records and accumulating prestigious player awards.

Cast Your Vote

With such an elite class of contenders, choosing a winner is no easy task. These global icons have not only pushed the boundaries of their respective sports but have also inspired millions worldwide with their passion and resilience.

Be part of the excitement and vote for your favorite nominee. The countdown begins till the grand unveiling of the winner during the live broadcast. Who will etch their name in history as the BBC World Sport Star of the Year 2025? Your vote could be the deciding factor, so make it count!