Simone Biles, Messi and Hamilton named athletes of year at Laureus Awards

  • US gymnast wins sportswoman of year for third time
  • Lionel Messi and Lewis Hamilton share men’s award

Gymnastics star Simone Biles was named the Laureus Sportswoman of the Year for the third time on Monday, while Lionel Messi and Lewis Hamilton shared the men’s award.

Biles won five gold medals, including a record fifth all-around title, at the 2019 world championships in Stuttgart. That made her the most decorated gymnast ever at worlds with 25 medals.

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