2025 was packed with jaw-dropping sports feats and historic firsts, and CMG's year-end countdown shines a light on the moments that had us cheering the loudest. Whether you watched from Delhi to Jakarta, these highlights brought us together—think record-breaking jumps and epic finals. 🌟
1. A Trailblazer at the Helm 🏛️
On March 20, Zimbabwe’s own Kirsty Coventry made history at the 144th IOC Session by becoming the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee. She’s not just the first woman to lead the IOC—she’s also the first African leader in the organization’s century-long story. Talk about breaking the glass ceiling! 👏
2. Vaulting into the Stratosphere 🚀
Armand Duplantis of Sweden bounced back stronger than ever at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 15. The 26-year-old pole vaulter soared over 6.30 meters—imagine stacking four average cars end to end—and broke his own world record for the 14th time. This gold medal marked his third straight world title and his fourth record in 2025 alone. Talk about raising the bar—literally! 💪
3. Tennis Titans Face Off 🎾
On November 16, Italian rising star Jannik Sinner edged out Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling ATP Finals final (7-6(4), 7-5). The two young guns split the year’s Grand Slam trophies, while Novak Djokovic kept his consistency by reaching the semis in all four majors. If tennis had its own blockbuster, this rivalry would be the must-see event of 2025. 🔥
Stay tuned as CMG reveals the rest of its top 10 unforgettable sports moments. Here’s to more epic chapters in 2026! 🍾
Reference(s):
2025 in Review: CMG lists year's top 10 international sports stories
cgtn.com
