Carlos Alcaraz and Ana Carrasco Shine at 2025 Premios al Mérito Deportivo Awards in Murcia
Murcia's 2025 Premios al Mérito Deportivo ceremony honored Carlos Alcaraz, Ana Carrasco, and top regional sports figures for their exceptional achievements.
- • Carlos Alcaraz won 'Best Male Athlete' for the second consecutive year after a historic season with eight titles, including two Grand Slams.
- • Ana Carrasco received 'Best Female Athlete' for her motorcycle racing achievements.
- • Máximo Martínez Quiles was named 'Best Athlete Under 18' for his debut Moto3 season.
- • Eduardo Lentz was awarded 'Best Coach' for leading Jimbee Cartagena to national titles.
- • Special tributes were paid to the late Borja Gómez Rus and deceased federation presidents.
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On December 15, 2025, the prestigious Premios al Mérito Deportivo ceremony took place at the Hotel Nelva in Murcia, celebrating outstanding achievements in regional sports. The event honored top athletes, coaches, teams, and sports figures from Murcia with notable recognitions highlighting a remarkable year in sports.
Carlos Alcaraz Garfia was awarded the 'Best Male Athlete' for the second year running after an extraordinary tennis season that featured eight titles, including two Grand Slam victories. Murcia's regional president, Fernando López Miras, presented the award and praised Alcaraz as a role model for future generations.
In the female category, Ana Carrasco Gabarrón received the 'Best Female Athlete' award for her pioneering accomplishments and consistent performance in motorcycle racing. Adrián Valverde emphasized the importance of visibility in women's sports when presenting her award.
Among emerging talents, 17-year-old Moto3 debutant Máximo Martínez Quiles was named 'Best Athlete Under 18.' Eduardo Sao Thiago Lentz, known as 'Duda,' was recognized as 'Best Coach' for leading Jimbee Cartagena to consecutive League and Supercopa de España titles. Jimbee Cartagena also claimed 'Best Team' honors for their national successes and a Champions League bronze medal.
Other distinguished winners included Hozono Global Jairis Alcantarilla for capturing the Copa de la Reina in basketball and Juanjo Angosto Hernández, honored for a nearly 40-year career as a goalkeeper before retirement. The ceremony additionally awarded the 'Most Outstanding Sports Event' shared by OceanRace Europa and Rally Tierras Altas, while Ciudad de Molina Basket received the 'Best Sports Management' accolade.
The event paid special tribute to the late motorcyclist Borja Gómez Rus and former federation presidents, underscoring the deep sports heritage in Murcia. The festivities also celebrated the centenary of the Federación de Atletismo de la Región de Murcia, spotlighting the region’s strong sporting culture and diversity.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
