fanatics games returns.
bigger competition. bigger bragging rights.
Fanatics Games is back for year two - bringing together elite athletes, celebrities, creators, and a select group of fans for the ultimate showdown across eight epic sports challenges. $2 Million in prizes. $1 Million Cash Grand Prize. One true GOAT - only at Fanatics Fest.
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The prizes
$1,000,000
Cold hard cash
2025 Ferrari 12Cilindri
A V12 grand tourer — the ultimate driving experience
Lionel Messi patch Auto
2022 Topps Dynasty UEFA Champions League Lionel Messi PATCH AUTO DNA 10 /10 #LM7 PSA 10 GEM
GLD Diamond Pendant
Solid yellow gold and diamond pendant with chain (approx 120g) with over 4 ct of VVS1 clarity diamonds by GLD. Valued at $50K.
The next era of competition.
8 reimagined challenges.
10 throws + 1 Moneyball
Hit stationary targets and throw over obstacles
5 throws @ 10 yds (3 pts each)
5 throws @ 20 yds (7 pts each)
1 throw @ 30 yds = Moneyball (14 pts)
60 seconds on the clock
Clutch Kick Challenge
Step up with the game on the line. Competitors attempt five field goals from 20 yards before taking one final Money Ball kick from 33 yards. Each successful standard kick earns 2 points, while the bonus Money Ball kick is worth 5 points. Make them all and walk away with a perfect 15-point score.
Clutch Kick Challenge
15 total shots in 90 seconds
5 two-point shots = 2 pts each
10 three-point shots = 3 pts each
NBA regulation three-point line
Game Winner Challenge
Knock down shots from around the arc and chase the perfect score. Contestants shoot from 6 spots around the three-point arc, earning 2 points for every made basket. The challenge concludes with a bonus Money Ball shot worth 5 points.
Game Winner Challenge
3 judges score your entrance (0–10 each)
Judging criteria: performance, crowd reaction, and energy
Judges: Peter Rosenberg, Sam Roberts, & Megan Morant
60-second time limit
Superstar Entrance
This challenge isn't about athletic performance, it's about creating a moment. Contestants perform their own WWE Superstar entrance complete with music, character, and showmanship. A panel of judges scores each performance, with the final score determined by the average of three judges. Maximum score: 10 points.
Superstar Entrance
2 punches, highest score counts
Score based on power (scale: 0–1000+)
Gloves provided and mandatory
Striking Challenge
Step up and test your power and precision on the bag. Competitors receive two attempts on a professional punching machine, with only their highest score counting. Punch-force results are converted into a score ranging from 0 to 10 points, rewarding both power and precision.
Striking Challenge
10 pitches at strike-zone targets
Points awarded for accuracy (not speed)
3 warm-up pitches allowed
Strike out Challenge
Bring your best fastball and command the strike zone. Contestants throw five standard pitches and one bonus Money Ball pitch through a half-sized strike zone. Every strike on the first five pitches earns 2 points, while the Money Ball strike is worth 5 points. A perfect pitching performance results in the maximum 15-point score.
Strike out Challenge
20 pucks in 2 minutes
Dryer = 5 pts
Washer = 10 pts
Shoot & Score
Test your accuracy across five increasingly challenging hockey shots. Competitors take two shots from 15 feet, two from 30 feet, and finish with a high-stakes MoneyPuck shot from 40 feet.
Shots 1-2 (15ft) are worth 2 points or Shots 3-4 (30ft) are worth 3 points. The MoneyPuck(40ft) is worth 5 points. Perfect accuracy can earn a maximum score of 15 points.
Shoot & Score
5 shots to land on the green
2 warm-up shots
Closer to the pin = more points
15 seconds per shot on a par 3 simulator
Putting Challenge
Precision is everything in this putting showdown. Players face five putts at increasing distances on a sloped green, culminating in a bonus Money Ball putt worth 5 points. Early putts are worth 2 points each, longer putts are worth 3 points each, and a flawless round can produce a perfect score of 15 points.
Putting Challenge
11 shots at tiered goal targets in 2 minutes
Points increase by placement: 2, 5, or 10 pts
Targets do not reset once hit
Ultimate Goal Challenge
Can you beat the goal keeper? Players take five shots against a live goalkeeper before attempting one final Money Ball shot through a half-sized goal. Standard goals are worth 2 points each, while the Money Ball goal earns 5 points. A perfect performance delivers the maximum score of 15 points.
Ultimate Goal Challenge
The Fanatics Games
Are Back
The search for the best athlete in the world streams live for the first time ever at Fanatics Fest. Watch electrifying fan walkouts, epic athlete matchups, head-to-head challenges, and a closing ceremony unfold in real time however you tune in, the action is live and happening now.
Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
Catch It Live at
Fanatics Fest
Nothing beats being in the room. Grab a seat in our dedicated fan viewing area and bleachers, with scoreboards available so you never miss a play.
Watch
the Livestream
Can't make it in person? Stream every moment on YouTube and Twitch, with the Fanatics Games Sports Desk bringing you play-by-play coverage and commentary from wherever you are.
Fanatics Games Event Schedule
with Broadcasters
- July 16
Thursday - 3:30pm-6:30pm
Hosted by Matthew Berry - July 17
Friday - 12pm-3pm
Hosted by Chiney Ogwumike - July 18
Saturday - 12pm-3pm
Hosted by Noah Eagle and Maria Taylor - July 19
Sunday - 10am -1pm
Closing Ceremony
Hosted by Noah Eagle and Cynthia Frelund
2026 Talent
Competitors
Tom
Brady
Kevin
Hart
John
Cena
Serena
Williams
Novak
Djokovic
Roman
Reigns
Victor
Wembanyama
Karl-Anthony
Towns
Rob
Gronkowski
DJ
Khaled
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Cody
Rhodes
Jey
Uso
Justin
Gaethje
Rhea
Ripley
Russell
Wilson
Liv
Morgan
Marcello
Hernandez
James
Harden
Sean
O'Malley
Antoine
Griezmann
Amon-Ra
St. Brown
Candace
Parker
Cam
Skattebo
CC
Sabathia
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David
Ortiz
Jahmyr
Gibbs
Jaxson
Dart
Jordan
Chiles
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Jozy
Altidore
Kelley
O'Hara
Megan
Keller
Nigel
Sylvester
Noah
Lyles
Terence
Crawford
Puka
Nacua
Ray
AsianBoy
Trae
Young
Darrell "Housh"
Doucette
The Real
Tarzann
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Livvy
Dunne
Jeremiyah
Love
2026 fan
Competitors
The 2025 Games proved one thing - fans can hang with the best. Fans who finished in the top 10 spots are expected to return in 2026, raising the stakes even higher.
Matt
Dennish
Liam
Beal
Matthew
Bailey
Scott
Gotta
Travis
Purdy
Bobby
Covais
Adam
Pritts
Adrese
HICKS
Alex
Garrett
Casey
OKeefe
Casey
Taylor
Connor
Cavallaro
Danielle
McCartan
Divonte
Lumpkin
Evan
Loring
Jack
Surdey
Jared
Whelan
JJ
Mitchell
Joseph
Szczechowski
Kat
Kevin
Baffour
Kevin
Hoeksema
Matthew
Eisenberg
Maya
Contorer
Myles
Tweedy
Nickolas
Friedman
Rocky
Savo
Simon
Kalantarov
Stephen
Messner
Zhong
Angela
Self
Anthony
Salvati
Argenis
Gonzalez
Charla
Young
CJ
DeRubeis
Colin
Brennan
Gina
Whalen
Henry
Lu
Jose
Torres
Lue
Castro
Mohamed
Coulibaly
Nate
Bray
Nick
Berry
Scott
Barragan
Steven
Bright
Tresa
Johnson
Tristan
Mckibben
Tyrone
Miller
