In the Hall of Fame for the sport of tennis, ace players Roger Federer and Serena Williams have a well deserved eternal spot.  Much to the merriment of millions of fans worldwide the duo has bagged one of the most reputed awards in the sports field.

Yes, Roger Federer and Serena Williams have bagged the Laureus Sportsman and Sportswoman of the year respectively on Tuesday.  Federer who was suffering from a knee injury made a great comeback winning the 20th Grand Slam title at the recently held Australian Open. Thus Swiss player was also awarded the Comeback of the Year gaining the status of most decorated Laureas Awardee with 6 awards to his name alone so far.

The Academy Exceptional Achievement Award was won by footballer Franceso Totti and the Disability Award was won by wheelchair racer Marcel Hug.