Spanish rider Marc Marquez has been nominated for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award in 2026. The prize is part of the Laureus World Sports Awards, which celebrate the best athletes from around the world. These awards are seen as some of the highest honours in sport.

Marquez received the nomination after winning the 2025 MotoGP World Championship title. It was a very special success for him because he had suffered several serious injuries in recent years. Many people thought his best days were over, but he worked hard to return to the top. His championship win showed his strong spirit and great talent.

The Spanish star has now won seven premier class world titles during his career. He first became MotoGP world champion in 2013 and quickly became one of the most famous riders in the sport. Over the years he has been known for his brave riding style and his ability to save crashes in incredible ways.

Before his latest success, Marquez made an important change in his career. After many years with Honda, he decided to leave the team. He joined Gresini Racing, riding a bike built by Ducati. The move gave him a fresh start and helped him become competitive again at the very highest level.

This is not the first time he has been recognised by Laureus. Earlier in his career he won the Breakthrough of the Year award after his amazing early success in MotoGP. Now he has the chance to win one of the biggest prizes in world sport.

If he takes the trophy, it would be a proud moment not only for him but also for motorcycle racing. His nomination already shows how much respect he has earned across all sports, not just in MotoGP.