As 2025 draws to a close, China Media Group (CMG) has revealed its top 10 international sports moments of the year. Here are three of the most memorable achievements that captured the world’s attention:
1. A Historic IOC Presidency
On March 20, Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe was elected the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee at the 144th IOC Session. She made history as both the first female and the first African to lead the organization, marking a significant milestone for diversity in global sports governance.
2. Duplantis’s Record-Breaking Vault
On September 15, Sweden’s Armand Duplantis shattered the men’s pole vault world record for the 14th time while clinching gold at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. The 26-year-old cleared an astounding 6.30 meters, securing his third consecutive world title and setting a fourth new record in 2025.
3. Sinner’s ATP Finals Triumph
On November 16, Italy’s Jannik Sinner faced off against Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling ATP Finals men’s singles final. Sinner emerged victorious, defending his title with a 7-6(4), 7-5 win. The season also saw a split of the four Grand Slam trophies between Sinner and Alcaraz, while Serbia’s Novak Djokovic reached the semifinals at all four majors.
These highlights underscore a year of groundbreaking leadership, record-smashing performances, and fierce rivalries on the world stage. Stay tuned as we countdown the remaining moments that defined international sports in 2025.
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2025 in Review: CMG lists year's top 10 international sports stories
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