Nikola Karabatić
Awards & Honours
20
Awards Won
3
Honours
1
Rankings
2
Records
Nikola Karabatić's list of achievements is extraordinary, even by the highest standards. He is the only male player to have been named IHF World Player of the Year three times, a feat that underscores his sustained excellence. His Olympic record is unmatched among French athletes, with three gold medals and one silver. His leadership and skill helped France dominate international handball for over a decade, and his induction into the EHF Hall of Fame in 2024 was a fitting tribute to his career.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
EHF Hall of Fame
First Frenchman to be inducted.
Legend Award
Honored for his outstanding career.
L'Équipe Champion of Champions
Named France's top sports personality.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Handball Players of All Time
Records & Feats
Only male player to win IHF World Player of the Year three times
Won in 2007, 2014, and 2016, a record for male handball players.
Most Olympic gold medals by a French athlete
Won three Olympic gold medals (2008, 2012, 2020) with France.