The NIKI-Award for Team of the Year 2026 was presented to the LASK. Alongside the team’s recognition, both Olympic skeleton champion Janine Flock and cyclist Felix Gall received honors at the ceremony. The gala celebrated sporting achievement within Austria. Flock’s Olympic gold medal was a key highlight acknowledged during the event. Gall’s cycling accomplishments also garnered significant praise and were central to his award. The NIKI-Award is a prestigious recognition of athletic excellence in Austria, solidifying the accomplishments of these athletes and the LASK team.