ESPY winners 2026: Terence Crawford scores ‘mind blowing’ upset, wins ‘Best Fighter’ over UFC’s Justin Gaethje

Terence Crawford won the 'Best Fighter' ESPY award at the 2026 ceremony, upsetting UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, who had been a -600 betting favorite. The award now combines all combat sports into a single category, with Crawford beating out Gaethje, Claressa Shields, and Gabriela Fundora. Crawford, who defeated Canelo Alvarez by unanimous decision in September 2025 to claim the undisputed super middleweight title, has now won three ESPYs in total.