Liu Nominated for Best Breakthrough Athlete at 2026 ESPYs
Key Questions
For which ESPY award is Alysa Liu nominated?
Liu is nominated for Best Breakthrough Athlete at the 2026 ESPYs. Nominees also include Jalen Brunson, Lionel Messi, Mikaela Shiffrin, and Shohei Ohtani.
When and where will the 2026 ESPYs take place?
The event returns to New York City on July 15 and is hosted by Marcello Hernández. It is presented by Capital One with fan voting now open.
What makes Liu's ESPY nomination significant?
It provides major mainstream recognition outside figure skating. The nomination highlights her growing crossover appeal as an athlete.
Who announced the 2026 ESPYs nominees?
ESPN announced the full list of nominees for the 2026 ESPYS. Jalen Brunson, Lionel Messi, and Alysa Liu are among those leading the nominations.
Which athletes are featured alongside Liu in the ESPYs nominations?
Notable co-nominees include Jalen Brunson, Lionel Messi, Mikaela Shiffrin, and Shohei Ohtani. The list covers a wide range of sports.
Alysa Liu nominated for Best Breakthrough Athlete at the 2026 ESPYs, alongside Jalen Brunson, Lionel Messi, Mikaela Shiffrin, Shohei Ohtani, and others. Major mainstream recognition beyond figure skating, cementing her crossover appeal.