Los Angeles, California, USA – November 30th, 2025
The Organizing Committee of the Quest Global Advancement Merit Awards (GAMA) 2025 is honored to announce the nomination of some of the world’s most celebrated athletes and global icons for this year’s historic edition, taking place in Los Angeles, California, USA, on November 30th, 2025.
The GAMA Awards recognize excellence, innovation, leadership, and humanitarian impact across various sectors of global society. For the 2025 edition, special attention is being given to international sports stars whose achievements continue to inspire millions and advance the spirit of excellence worldwide.
Nominees include:
- Esther Okoronkwo – for her rising achievements and influence in women’s football.
- Victor Osimhen – for his outstanding performance and global impact as one of Africa’s top footballers.
- Mohamed Salah – for his excellence in football and dedication to humanitarian causes.
- Ousmane Dembélé – for his creativity and influence as a world-class footballer.
- Lamine Yamal – for breaking barriers as one of football’s youngest and brightest emerging talents.
- Cristiano Ronaldo – for his legendary football career and global humanitarian contributions.
- Roberto Firmino – for his dedication to football and community-building efforts.
- LeBron James – for his global leadership in basketball and education initiatives.
- Lewis Hamilton – for his Formula 1 excellence and activism for equality and inclusion.
- Novak Djokovic – for his tennis achievements and impact on sports development.
- Simone Biles – for her trailblazing success in gymnastics and advocacy for mental health.
- Coco Gauff – for her extraordinary rise in tennis and influence as a new generation leader.
- Sha’Carri Richardson – for her brilliance in athletics and her role as an inspiration in track and field.
Alongside these nominees, a host of other distinguished global personalities in sports, entertainment, and leadership will be honored for their extraordinary contributions to global advancement.
This year’s Los Angeles ceremony promises to be a grand gathering of world leaders, athletes, entertainers, entrepreneurs, and humanitarians, celebrating excellence, resilience, and innovation on the global stage.
The Quest Global Advancement Merit Awards remains committed to recognizing those who shape the world, inspire generations, and promote positive change across nations.