Djokovic eyes capital gains
ALL-CONQUERING Novak Djokovic was named Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year last night in London – and then vowed to lift more silverware when he returns to the capital later this year.
The tennis world No1, who won his fourth grand slam from five attempts at last month’s Australian Open, is desperate to defend his Wimbledon title and win Olympic gold.
“Both of those events are extremely important. They are at the top of my list next to Roland Garros and the US Open. I will prioritise the Majors and the Olympic Games,” he said.
Djokovic beat an illustrious band of nominees, including sprint star Usain Bolt and Formula One king Sebastian Vettel to the prestigious award at Central Hall in Westminster.
Kenyan distance runner Vivian Cheruiyot was named Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year, while Lionel Messi’s Barcelona beat England’s cricketers to the Team award.
Northern Irish golf saw dual success, with Rory McIlroy winning the Breakthrough prize and Darren Clarke the Comeback gong.