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After a historic 2024 that saw her become the most-decorated United States gymnast in Olympic history, Simone Biles has added another accolade to her legendary career by being named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year.
SI announced Biles as the recipient of the honor on Thursday. Colorado football star Travis Hunter, the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner, was named Breakout Star of the Year.
Other honorees include Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo receiving the Muhammad Ali Legacy Award and NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman being named the inaugural Innovator of the Year winner.