During the World Games in Spa, Belgium in 2001 the first "Pengiun Of The Year" award was presented.
The winner was Urban Müller from Switzerland. Here are some photos of the lucky winner:

	Penguin Of The Year 2001 - Photos

In addition to the grand award three minor awards were presented:

	Penguin Rookie Of The Year 2001
	Given to the player attending his/her first World Games and that best meets the "Penguin Of The Year" criteria.
	Raphael Naring, Germany
	Penguin Suck-Up Of The Year 2001
	Given to the player/players that are best at sucking-up to the jury by giving them bribes.
	Jan Hutzenlaub & Thorsten Baum, Germany
	Naughty Penguin Of The Year 2001
	Given to the a player showing his/her "Naughty" side during the games. The reason for receiving this award is kept a secret.
	Marcus Henriksson, Sweden