Sportel Awards 2024 in Monaco Celebrates Marie-Jo Biopic and Sporting Excellence

The Grimaldi Forum in Monaco hosted the prestigious 2024 Sportel Awards, celebrating the year's most impactful sporting narratives. The Prince Pierre Room was the venue for last night’s ceremony, attended by notable athletes and figures from the sports and media industries. The awards recognized achievements across numerous categories, highlighting stories of courage, resilience, and the indomitable sporting spirit.

Marie-Jo, a compelling documentary by Canal+ on the storied career of French triple Olympic champion Marie-José Pérec, clinched the Best Biopic award. Another highlight of the evening was the Best Docu-Series award, which went to Handball, celebrating the sport's extensive community and heritage. The thematic spotlight shone on A corps perdus – Aiming for Glory, which received the Best Thematic Documentary for its intense exploration of athletes' personal hurdles.

The ceremony concluded with a special tribute as Louis Ducruet awarded the Legend Award to handball icon Nikola Karabatic, honoring his illustrious contributions to the sport. This event not only commemorated remarkable athletic achievements but also underscored the compelling power of storytelling within the realm of sports.