1. Marcus Rashford

After a slew of injuries left the starting lineup short, Rashford rose to the occasion and made an unforgettable debut for Manchester United.

2. Russell Wilson

In a pivotal game against the Steelers, Wilson recorded a career-best passing performance—all while battling a flu that nearly sidelined him.

3. Leticia Bufoni

When skateboarder Bufoni won gold at the 2015 SLS World Championship, she proved her critics wrong and made history at the same time.

4. Scout Bassett

For Bassett, a Paralympic sprinter, the 2017 World Para Athletics Championships were a cathartic step on her mental health journey.

6. Lindsey Vonn

Vonn is one of the most decorated skiers of all time. And yet the greatest performance of her career didn’t end in victory.