The 2025 ESPYS, presented by Capital One, are scheduled for July 16th. Fans now have the opportunity to cast their votes and help decide which leading athletes will take home the show`s most coveted awards.
Fresh off winning an NBA championship, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is poised to potentially add more honors to his recent achievements, which include both regular-season and Finals MVP titles. The point guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder is a nominee in two categories: Best Athlete in Men`s Sports and Best NBA Player. His team, the Thunder, is also recognized among the nine nominees for Best Team, particularly after their decisive Game 7 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Several individuals have earned ESPYS nominations for their exceptional performances at the recent Olympic and Paralympic Games held in Paris. Simone Biles and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone are both candidates for Best Athlete in Women`s Sports. Ilona Maher is nominated for Best Breakthrough Athlete, while Ezra Frech is a nominee in the Best Athlete with a Disability category.
A`ja Wilson, who was the recipient of both the Best Athlete in Women`s Sports and Best WNBA Player awards in 2024, is once again a leading nominee in both of these categories. Saquon Barkley has received nominations in three different areas: 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 to be nominated in both the Best NFL Player and Best Athlete in Men`s Sports categories.
Your participation in the voting process is crucial in determining the ESPY winners. Make your voice heard by casting your vote now! Be sure to tune in to ABC on July 16th at 8 p.m. ET to find out who wins.
Adrian Whitmore