After signing with AC Milan, I will be the king of football!-Chapter 607 - 0245 The Biggest Winner of the Sports Oscar (Seeking Subscriptions)_2

Lippi stepped onto the stage amid applause.

The big screen showed Italy’s championship journey, the performance of the players in the locker room. Although Huang Kaiwen did not appear on camera, the footage of Maldini thanking him in front of the camera caught many people’s attention.

The Italy national team players were all applauding for Huang Kaiwen.

When they and the entire nation of Italy had lost confidence, it was the then number ten of Milan who inspired them.

Recognition from the best player ignited their fighting spirit.

Huang Kaiwen put his hands together and also applauded for the world champions.

Attention returned to the stage where Lippi stood and said, "Teamwork is very important. On the World Cup stage, the players united and we achieved the best result. Paul’s decision to participate in the World Cup was also very important, as was Kevin’s support... I am a champion coach, but just one among those striving for the championship. Without the players and staff working hard, we wouldn’t have lifted the Hercules Cup, so this award belongs to all members of the Italy team, to the fans who support the Italy national team, and also to Kevin."

The venue erupted with enthusiastic applause.

The camera intentionally focused on Zidane, one of the candidates for the Best Comeback award. Of course, Zidane would not applaud.

"Heh, Zidane and the French team were close to winning the Best Team award, but this prize belongs to the World Cup champions in a World Cup year."

"Zidane is an emotional player. On the field, he often had conflicts with opponents, and even in such a setting, he wouldn’t pretend,"

"What exactly did Materazzi say to Zidane remains one of football’s unsolved mysteries, heh heh. French fans hate Materazzi with a passion, but for Italian fans, Materazzi causing Zidane to be sent off was a turning point in the game and key to Italy’s championship victory."

"Yes, today Huang Kaiwen has three nominations. It’s uncertain whether he can win a Laureus Award."

"Our country’s female footballer Ma Xiaoxu is nominated for the Best Newcomer of the year. The award that’s about to be presented now is this one." 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

[Huang Kaiwen curses] in his mind.

"I feel Ma Xiaoxu has a better chance of winning an award than Huang Kaiwen."

"Isn’t that obvious? For Best Newcomer, just looking at performance, it’s too disadvantageous for the Best Male Athlete in a Team Sport. The award should go to Federer or Powell."

"Damn, how did she win Best Newcomer?"

"Maurismo won a Grand Slam, but she’s been playing tennis for so many years, and she can still get Best Newcomer?"

"Who knows, now we can only rely on Huang Kaiwen."

Subsequently, Williams received the Best Comeback award, and Beckenbauer lifted the Lifetime Achievement award.

Huang Kaiwen stood up and applauded with the whole audience.

At the first Laureus Award, Pele received this award. It was only a matter of time before Beckenbauer did.

Two presenters came on stage afterward and read the list of nominees for the Best Sporting Spirit award of the year.

Presenter Daley Thompson introduced, "Every individual and team nominated has the credentials to receive this award, but regretfully, there is only one trophy. Over the past year, even longer, one athlete has excellently demonstrated sporting spirit. He fought hard, continually returned to the field from injuries, and sought after every championship. With his feet, he conquered the world, and I believe everyone here recognizes him. Let’s congratulate Kevin on winning the 2007 Laureus Award for Best Sporting Spirit."

[Ding, snatched the Best Sporting Spirit award from the Barcelona club...]

Hearing the prompt, Huang Kaiwen paused for a moment.

Huang Kaiwen realized that the system upgrade was complete, and there was a dense set of prompts.

Urged by the young miss, Huang Kaiwen stood up, embraced her and Lily, and quickly walked onto the stage.

Daley Thompson shook hands with Huang Kaiwen and said, "Congratulations, Kevin, your performance both on and off the football field is amazing."

"You’re a role model for me," Huang Kaiwen said with a smile.

Daley Thompson, one of Great Britain’s greatest athletes in history, switched to a professional football career after leaving decathlon. Huang Kaiwen felt he truly could learn from Thompson—about taking up other activities after retirement.

Huang Kaiwen placed the trophy on the podium, adjusted the microphone to his height, then bent down and said, "I’m honored to receive this award. Sporting spirit is not only about being faster and stronger but also requires fairness and justice... Because I don’t want to let those who love me down, I always remind myself to overcome all kinds of temptations. I must thank Barbara and Lily, thank my teammates and supporters, and my good friends Kaka, Ramos... Crudeli, thank you all; without you, I couldn’t be standing here."

Huang Kaiwen walked off the stage amidst applause.

The young miss and Lily threw themselves into Huang Kaiwen’s arms, eliciting good-natured laughter from the audience.

Cuba Gooding Jr., imitating Huang Kaiwen’s tone, said, "The support from Barbara and Lily is important, but I think Old Berlusconi and Phil Collins probably wouldn’t support Kevin."

The audience burst into even greater laughter.

Americans have the confidence to tease even two well-respected figures with ease.

Teri Hatcher asked, "Even as a father, one should not restrict their children from making friends. I remember Kevin saying he and Barbara are good friends, so Lily must also be a good friend, right?"

Holding the hands of the two girls, Huang Kaiwen lifted them up in response to the host’s teasing.

The venue erupted in applause again, this time for Huang Kaiwen’s grace and courage.

Many get angry at the hosts’ jokes during award ceremonies.