Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson, a.k.a "The Rock" presented the Arthur Ashe Award to Michael Sam, after he came out as the first openly gay NFL player earlier this year.
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Michael Sam and Vito Cammisano
Honoree Michael Sam was joined by boyfriend Vito Cammisano.
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Kevin Durant
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Oklahoma Thunder star Kevin Durant, showcasing his usual colorful style in a green jacket, won the awards for best male athlete and best NBA player. Upon taking the stage, he thanked his "number one teammate Russell Westbrook."
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Chrissy Teigen
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Model Chrissy Teigen strutted down the red carpet in a pantsuit before taking to the stage to present an award.
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Jamie Anderson
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Snowboarder Jamie Anderson won best female action sports athlete. The Olympic gold medal winner told THR she picked her dress because "it's bright blue and I loved the color! I selling these hair pieces for my charity so I wanted a hippie chick look," added referring to her braids.
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Nick Young
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Los Angeles Lakers player Nick Young chatted with fans on the red carpet, as his romance with singer Iggy Azaela was the talk of the night!
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Robin Roberts
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Good Morning America's Robin Roberts used the event to catch up with old friends such as ESPN anchor Chris Berman and openly gay NBA player Jason Collins, as the pair posed for selfies.
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Jesse Williams
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Grey's Anatomy star — and amateur basketball player with the E League — Jesse Williams mingled with sports stars at the Espys.
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Jordana Brewster
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Jordana Brewster, who next appears in American Heist and Fast & Furious 7, indulged her inner sports fan as she mingled with the A-list athletes.
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Maria Sharapova
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Tennis star Maria Sharapova walked the red carpet in sparkling black, before joining boxer Floyd Mayweather on stage to present an award. Her presenting partner got a warm welcome from host Drake, who put on an English accent and brought out trumpet players for the interesting introduction.
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Carissa Moore
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Surfer Carissa Moore was nominated for best female action sports athlete but lost out to snowboarder Jamie Anderson.
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Blake Leeper
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Paralympic athlete Blake Leeper was the happiest man of the day, as he hung out on the ESPYs and chatted with all the guests and media.
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Illeza Shlesinger
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Comedian Iliza Shlesinger wore black to the ESPN event despite the sweltering heat on the red carpet.
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Nastia Liukin
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Olympic gymnast Nastia Liukin wore a black skirt and white top to sports' big night.
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ZZ Ward
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Singer-songwriter ZZ Ward came out to celebrate stars of the sports world after recently playing at the Bonnaroo Music Festival.
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Richard Sherman
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman took home the first award of the night for best breakthrough athlete, as well as being mocked for his massive ego by host Drake!
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Matt Leinart
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision NFL free agent and former USC quarterback Matt Leinart wore a smart suit to the awards in a sea of flamboyant fashion.
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Lolo Jones
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Track and field and bobsled Olympian Lolo Jones stood out in red on the red carpet, and told THR that she picked her outfit because it was designed by a Project Runway contestant.
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Courtney Force
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Drag racer Courtney Force took a break from the fast lane to take in the awards.
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Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Danica Patrick
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Racecar drivers Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Danica Patrick were color coordinated for the event. NASCAR star Patrick was later mocked by Drake in his music montage before presenting an award.
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Paul George
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Pacers player Paul George added a splash of pink to his outfit to step up his game, and told THR how he picked his stylish shoes to match his shirt.
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Mikaela Shiffrin
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Olympic skier Mikaela Shiffrin was nominated for best female athlete but UFC fighter Ronda Rousey beat her to the punch.
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Jozy Altidore
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision American soccer player Jozy Altidore joined his World Cup teammates for the best moment award — honoring when the U.S. beat Ghana.
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Jennie Finch
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Softball pitcher Jennie Finch turned heads with her dress.
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Grigor Dimitrov
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Tennis player Grigor Dimitrov gave a big thumbs up to the ESPYs.
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Lisa Leslie
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images/Invision Former WNBA player Lisa Leslie told THR how she picked her colorful dress. "My stylist said she had floral so I said yes! It's great tonight, we get to see everyone dressed up and it's our night," she gushed/
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Michael Sam and Vito Cammisano
Image Credit: Photo Credit: AP Images St. Louis Rams' Michael Sam, left, and Vito Cammisano arrive at the ESPY Awards at the Nokia Theatre on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, in Los Angeles.