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Messi receives Princess of Asturias Sports Award to standing ovation
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Messi received the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports from Princess Leonor in a ceremony in Oviedo, recognized for his football achievements and humanitarian work.
Lionel Messi was awarded the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in a formal ceremony at the Campoamor Theatre in Oviedo. Princess Leonor presented the award to the Argentine in the presence of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia. The jury recognized not only Messi's four Champions League titles, World Cup victory, and Copa América wins, but also his humanitarian efforts through the Leo Messi Foundation and UNICEF work promoting education and healthcare access for vulnerable children.
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