The 2022 ESPY Awards, honoring fans’ favorite athletes from across the sports world, will air live on Wednesday, July 20 at 5 pm PT/8 pm ET with a live broadcast on ABC.
• you can watch the ESPYs live for FREE with DirecTV Stream (free trial) or fuboTV (free trial), or see more live streaming and TV options for the event provided below.
The show, hosted by Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors, will broadcast live from The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York City’s Seaport District. Athletes from a variety of sports will be recognized throughout the evening, including NBA stars, Olympians and more.
Music performances and powerful speeches will be the highlight of the evening along with top awards for social justice work, athlete advocacy and more.
HOW TO WATCH
Que: The 2022 ESPYs Awards Show.
where: Dolby Theater | Los Angeles California
When: 5 pm PT/8 pm ET on Wednesday, July 20.
TV-channel: ABC
What channel is ABC on?: You can find which channel ABC is on by using the channel finders here: Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, DIRECTV and Dish.
How to watch live stream online: If you don’t have cable, watch for free with DirecTV Stream (free trials), with with fuboTV (free trials). If you already have cable or satellite service, you can also watch the event live on Watch ESPN with your cable or satellite provider login information.
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Here’s a look at the nominees, courtesy of ESPN. Here are the awards that will be presented, and the nominees for each, according to ESPN:
BEST ATHLETE, MEN’S SPORTS
Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers
Shohei Ohtani, Los Angeles Angels
Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers
BEST ATHLETE, WOMEN’S SPORTS
Oksana Masters, Cross Country Skiing, Road Cycling, Biathlon
Sunisa Lee, Gymnastics
Katie LedeckySwimming
Candace Parker, Chicago Sky
BEST BREAKTHROUGH ATHLETE
Trinity Rodman, Washington Spirit
Eileen Gu, Skier
Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts
Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzlies
RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMANCE
Stephen Curry passes Ray Allen for most 3-pointers made in NBA history
Jocelyn Alo breaks Lauren Chamberlain’s home run record for most in Division I history (96)
Allyson Felix, Track & Field won her 11th career medal surpassing Carl Lewis for the United States track and field record
Tom Brady becomes the NFL all-time passing yards leader overtaking Drew Brees
BEST CHAMPIONSHIP PERFORMANCE
Cooper Kupp, Los Angeles Rams – Super Bowl LVI
Julianna Pena, UFC 269
Max Verstappen, F1 – Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Cale Makar, Colorado Avalanche – Stanley Cup Finals
BEST COMEBACK ATHLETE
Klay Thompson, Golden State Warriors
Trey Mancini, Baltimore Orioles
Diamond DeShields, Phoenix Mercury
Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals
BEST PLAY
Unbelievable Corner Kick Goal by Megan Rapinoe
Justin Tucker 66-yard NFL record field goal
Ja Morant’s Poster Dunk
Hansel Emmanuel with the play of the year
BEST TEAM
Golden State Warriors, NBA
Chicago Sky, WNBA
Atlanta Braves, MLB
Los Angeles Rams, NFL
Oklahoma Sooners, NCAA Softball
Georgia Bulldogs, NCAA Football
Colorado Avalanche, NHL
There are so many more, so be sure to check out the complete list here, courtesy of ESPN.
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