The athletes and teams were the focus, but several fans also tuned in to see Shane Gillis as host. The comedian is one of America's hottest acts after his hit Netflix series "Tires," as well as his podcast and social media appearances.

Shane Gillis hosted ESPN’s Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly Awards ceremony, better known as the ESPYs, and he did not hold back in his opening monologue. He mocked the audience by calling out four-time all-star Brittany Hicks for being in attendance,