The Indian Sports Honours 2024, held at JW Marriott Juhu, celebrated the achievements of Indian athletes across various sports, recognising their exceptional contributions. The awards, founded in 2017 by the RPSG Group and Sevva Foundation, are an annual recognition of outstanding performance in Indian sports. This year marked the first time the awards were given in consecutive years, following editions in 2019 and 2021.
Among the notable winners were Olympic medalists Manu Bhaker, Neeraj Chopra, hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh, and cricket star Smriti Mandhana. These athletes were honoured for their significant accomplishments in their respective fields.
Here's a look at the awardees in this year’s Indian Sports Honours:
Manu Bhaker Shines Again at Indian Sports Honours
Manu Bhaker, who won two medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics, was honoured as the Best Female Athlete in Individual Sports. Bhaker won a bronze in both the individual and team events in the 10-meter air pistol category at the prestigious competition. This marks a significant achievement after being named Emerging Female Athlete of the Year at the awards ceremony in 2019.
Golden Boy Neeraj Chopra Honoured Again
Neeraj Chopra, India’s "Golden Boy" of athletics, was named the Best Male Athlete in Individual Sports for the second consecutive time. Chopra, who secured a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020, added a silver to his collection at the Paris Olympics, further cementing his place in the history of Indian sports.
Smriti Mandhana Earns Recognition Again
Smriti Mandhana, the vice-captain of the Indian women’s cricket team and a popular figure in world cricket, was awarded the Best Female Athlete in Team Sports. This marks her second win at the Indian Sports Honours, having previously been honoured in the same category in 2019. Mandhana’s performances this year were pivotal in her team’s successes.
Harmanpreet Singh Leads India’s Hockey Honour
Harmanpreet Singh, the captain of the Indian men’s hockey team, was named the Best Male Athlete in Team Sports. Singh played a crucial role in securing the bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics and led the team to victory in the Champions Trophy earlier this year.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Bags Two Awards
Young Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal made a strong impression by winning two awards: the Star Sports Believe Honour and the Popular Choice Breakthrough Performance of the Year (Male). Jaiswal’s stellar performances in the cricketing arena have made him a rising star in Indian cricket.
Complete List of Award Winners:
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Sportsman of the Year (Individual Sport) | Neeraj Chopra |
| Sportswoman of the Year (Individual Sport) | Manu Bhaker |
| Sportsman of the Year (Team Sport) | Harmanpreet Singh |
| Sportswoman of the Year (Team Sport) | Smriti Mandhana |
| Coach of the Year (Male) | Jaspal Rana |
| Coach of the Year (Female) | Suma Shirur |
| Team of the Year (Male) | Indian Hockey Team |
| Team of the Year (Female) | Chess Star |
| Sports Believe Honour | Yashasvi Jaiswal |
| Para Athlete of the Year (Male) | Sumit Antil |
| Para Athlete of the Year (Female) | Avani Lekhara |
| SSF Grassroots Initiative Of The Year Honour | Mrida Education University |
| Popular Choice Breakthrough Performance of the Year (Male) | Yashasvi Jaiswal |
| Popular Choice Breakthrough Performance of the Year (Female) | Shreyanka Patil |
| Popular Choice Club of the Year | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Popular Choice Fan Club of the Year | Manjappada (Kerala Blasters) |
| Lifetime Achievement Honour | Padma Shri Murlikant Petkar |