The All Women’s Sports Network and VEON will honor champions including Elena Rybakina, Claressa Shields and Sana Mir at the inaugural Women Who Win awards, live from Cipriani South Street in New York on Monday, November 16, with Whoopi Goldberg among the guests and credentialed media access to the red carpet.

ALL WOMEN’S SPORTS NETWORK AND VEON PRESENT “WOMEN WHO WIN” — A GLOBAL CELEBRATION OF CHAMPIONS

WHO: An extraordinary gathering of internationally celebrated female athletes and influential leaders in sports, entertainment and business, including:

Elena Rybakina — International tennis superstar, Wimbledon champion and US Open Champion
Claressa Shields — Two-time Olympic gold medalist, undefeated professional boxing champion and undisputed world champion across multiple weight divisions
Sana Mir — Legendary Pakistani cricket captain, ICC Hall of Fame inductee and pioneering figure in women’s cricket
Ganna Rizatdinova — Ukrainian Olympic rhythmic gymnastics bronze medalist and multiple World Championship medalist
Brianna Barrett — American tackle football MVP representing the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA)
Whoopi Goldberg — Academy Award-winning entertainer, EGOT recipient and co-founder of the All Women’s Sports Network (AWSN)

WHAT: The All Women’s Sports Network (AWSN), the global 24/7 television and digital network dedicated exclusively to women’s sports, will present its inaugural “VEON: Women Who Win” awards show, a landmark celebration recognizing extraordinary achievements, leadership and inspiration in women’s athletics. Presented in partnership with VEON, the event will bring together some of the world’s most accomplished female athletes for an exclusive, invitation-only evening at the iconic Cipriani South Street in New York City. The celebration will be televised live internationally on AWSN, with distribution spanning more than 60 countries, bringing the stories and accomplishments of these remarkable women to a global audience. Held in conjunction with VEON’s 30th anniversary, the evening will unite the worlds of sports, entertainment, technology and international business in recognition of the transformative impact of women in sports. Award categories include: Global Sporting Excellence Award; Trailblazer Award; Champion of Champions Award; Next Generation Inspiration Award.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES: Credentialed media will have access to red carpet arrivals, athlete and celebrity photo opportunities, and select interviews with honorees and distinguished guests. Following the televised ceremony, additional opportunities for athlete interviews, photography and event coverage will be available, subject to talent schedules.

WHERE: Cipriani South Street, 10 South Street, New York, NY 10004

WHEN: Monday, November 16, 2026
6:30 PM ET — Media Check-In
7:00 PM ET — Red Carpet Arrivals and VIP Reception
8:00 PM ET — Live Televised Awards Ceremony
9:00 PM ET — Post-Show Media Interviews and Photo Opportunities

Media credentials and advance confirmation are required. Interview opportunities are subject to availability.

About VEON: VEON is a digital operator that provides connectivity and digital services to more than 150 million connectivity users and more than 228 million digital users. Operating across five countries that are home to more than 6% of the world’s population, VEON is transforming lives through technology-driven services that empower individuals and drive economic growth. VEON is listed on Nasdaq.

About AWSN: All Women’s Sports Network (AWSN) is a pioneering global 24/7 television and digital network dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. Co-founded by entertainment icon Whoopi Goldberg and Jungo TV, AWSN delivers live competitions, original programming and compelling athlete stories to audiences worldwide. Available across more than 60 countries through leading streaming, connected television and telecommunications platforms, AWSN reaches a potential audience of more than one billion connected devices globally. From grassroots competitions to elite international championships, AWSN is committed to expanding visibility, opportunity and recognition for female athletes while building a global destination for women’s sports. AWSN’s mission is simple: “When She Wins, We Win.”

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