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The world's most decorated gymnast Simone Biles was named the Sportswoman of the Year. Biles, who won gold medals in the team ...

World champion was nominated for Sportsman of the Year award following his historic Triple Crown winning season ...

Simone Biles won her fourth Female Athlete of the Year trophy at the Laureus World Sports Awards, tying Serena Williams for the record.

British awards and decorations have many fascinating stories. There are two major categories: campaign medals and gallantry medals. Campaign medals are awarded to members of the British Armed Forces, ...