Disc Golf Superstar Nominated for Global Honour
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Disc golf sensation Kristin Lätt has made history by being nominated for the esteemed World Games Athlete of the Year award. As a two-time PDGA World Champion, 2024 PDGA Player of the Year, and the world's number one player in the Official Disc Golf World Rankings, Lätt is an exceptional athlete who embodies the spirit of excellence in her sport.
The nomination is a testament to her outstanding achievements on the course and her dedication to promoting disc golf globally. As the Associated Member of the World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF), the PDGA proudly supports and endorses Lätt's nomination, which reflects her status as an ambassador for flying disc sports worldwide.
Voting for the 2024 IWGA Athlete of the Year award is now open and will conclude on January 31st. The International World Games Association (IWGA) conducts a poll every January to honour exceptional athletes from various disciplines. Each member organization, including the WFDF, nominates an athlete to represent their sport, with Lätt being the current representative for flying disc sports.
The nomination process is rigorous, with each member organization choosing an athlete every two to three years. Previous nominees have included Paige Pierce in 2021, who secured a top-four finish in the voting. The World Games Athlete of the Year Award recognizes outstanding athletes who not only excel in their sport but also contribute significantly to its growth and recognition.
The IWGA comprises 40 International Member Sports Federations and administers The World Games (TWG), a major multi-sport event that features around 35 sports, including disc golf. The next edition of TWG will take place in Chengdu, China from August 7th to 17th, 2025, with over 5,000 participants from more than 100 countries expected to participate.
The World Games Athlete of the Year Award comes with a prestigious trophy, valuable prize money, and extensive promotion for the winners. The nominees will be ranked in the top three, with Lätt vying for this honour alongside other exceptional athletes from around the world.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/latt-nominated-world-games-athlete-year