The 2025 ESPYS, sponsored by Capital One, are scheduled to take place on July 16. Now is your chance to participate and help determine which prominent athletes will be recognized with the event`s top accolades.
Fresh off an NBA championship, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a candidate to add more honors, building on his recent MVP and Finals MVP awards. The Oklahoma City Thunder guard has received nominations in two categories: Best Athlete in Men`s Sports and Best NBA Player. His team, the Thunder, is also among the nine teams nominated for Best Team after their decisive Game 7 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Several athletes were nominated for their outstanding performances during the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris. Simone Biles and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone are both in contention for Best Athlete in Women`s Sports. Ilona Maher is nominated in the Best Breakthrough Athlete category, while Ezra Frech is recognized in the Best Athlete with a Disability category.
A`ja Wilson, who claimed the Best Athlete in Women`s Sports and Best WNBA Player awards in 2024, is once again a leading nominee in both categories. Saquon Barkley has earned nominations across three different categories: Best Athlete in Men`s Sports, Best Play, and Best NFL Player. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is the only other NFL player, besides Barkley, who is nominated for both Best NFL Player and Best Athlete in Men`s Sports.
Your vote is crucial in selecting the winners of the ESPYS. Make your voice heard! Cast your votes now and be sure to watch the ceremony live on ABC on July 16 at 8 p.m. ET to see who takes home an ESPY.
