Nominees announced for World Athlete of the Year 2026

World Athletics has announced 20 nominees for the World Athlete of the Year 2026 awards, split equally between 10 women and 10 men. The nominees were selected by an international panel of athletics experts and reflect standout performances from the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship, World Athletics Series events, and other competitions throughout the year. The winners will be revealed at the World Athletics Awards ceremony in Monaco on 29 November 2026.