Best Record-Breaking Performance ESPY Award List of winners List of winners

| Year_of_award | Athlete | Nation_of_citizenship | Team | Competition_governing_body_or_league | Sport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Michael Phelps | United States | Not applicable | Olympic Games | Swimming |
| 2010 | John Isner vs. Nicolas Mahut | United States and France | Not applicable | Wimbledon | Tennis |
| 2011 | Rory McIlroy | Northern Ireland | Not applicable | U.S. Open | Golf |
| 2012 | Drew Brees | United States | New Orleans Saints | National Football League (NFL) | American Football |