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Sachin Tendulkar Reflects on 'Truly Special' Laureus Honour and 2011 World Cup Glory

Sachin Tendulkar has reflected on the profound feeling of receiving the Laureus Sporting Moment Award in 2020. The award commemorated the iconic moment he was carried on his teammates' shoulders after India's 2011 World Cup victory. Tendulkar emphasized how the recognition from the global sporting community made years of hard work meaningful. Meanwhile, the Indian women's cricket team is nominated for a Laureus award following their 2025 World Cup win.

Key Points: Sachin Tendulkar on Laureus Award Feeling & 2011 World Cup Memory

  • Tendulkar cherishes 2020 Laureus award
  • Honour was for 2011 World Cup tribute
  • He scored 482 runs in that tournament
  • Indian women's team nominated for 2026 Laureus
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'It feels truly special': Sachin Tendulkar reflects on Laureus honour

Sachin Tendulkar describes the 'special feeling' of his Laureus Sporting Moment Award for the iconic 2011 World Cup victory tribute.

"When you have this beautiful trophy in your hand, you really feel special. - Sachin Tendulkar"

New Delhi, April 20

Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has described holding the Laureus Trophy he received in 2020 as a truly special feeling, underlining how years of hard work, ups and downs, and perseverance made the recognition even more meaningful.

"When you have this beautiful trophy in your hand, you really feel special. For all those years where you've been through ups and downs in life, and then you get appreciated in this special manner, in front of the top athletes of the world. It really makes it a memorable event. I cherish this. I mean, it's really special," he said in a video released by Laureus on X.

Those words gain even more significance as the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards is set to take place at Madrid's Palacio de Cibeles on Monday. Widely regarded as the "Oscars of sport," the Laureus Awards recognise not just excellence in performance, but defining moments that inspire millions across the globe.

Tendulkar was honoured with the Laureus Sporting Moment Award (2000-2020) for the iconic 'Carried on the Shoulders of a Nation' tribute, following India's triumph in the 2011 ICC World Cup Final. The fan-voted award immortalised the emotional scene of him being lifted by teammates after India ended a 28-year wait for the World Cup. He received the award in Berlin in 2020.

The 2011 tournament itself was a landmark chapter in Tendulkar's career. He scored 482 runs in nine matches at an average of 53.55, including two centuries and two fifties, playing a crucial role in India's success.

Meanwhile, the Indian women's cricket team will be among the key contenders at this year's Laureus Awards, having been nominated for the World Team of the Year honour. The nomination follows their historic win in the 2025 ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Final, where they defeated the South Africa women's national cricket team by 52 runs to secure their maiden ICC title.

- IANS

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Sarah B
It's wonderful to see such a global recognition. The Laureus award is a huge deal in the sports world. His humility even after achieving everything is what makes him special. Well deserved!
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Priya S
So happy to read about the women's team nomination too! They have worked so hard and finally got their World Cup. Hope they bring the Laureus trophy home as well. The future of Indian cricket is in great hands. 💪
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Vikram M
Sachin sir's journey is the ultimate lesson in perseverance. From his debut as a teenager to that 2011 win, he faced so many injuries and pressures. The award is not just for a moment, but for a lifetime of dedication to the sport.
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Rohit P
While the recognition is great, I sometimes feel we focus too much on past glory. We need to build systems that create more such legends across sports, not just cricket. Just a thought.
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Michael C
As a sports fan from the US, it's impressive to see the global impact of an Indian cricketer. The "Oscars of sport" is a fitting stage for a career like his. The 2011 final was an incredible sporting event.

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