Sergio Dipp became a viral sensation after his Monday Night Football sideline report in 2017. He has since continued his career in sports journalism.
Sergio Dipp, a Mexican sports journalist, gained unexpected fame during a Monday Night Football broadcast on September 11, 2017. While working as a sideline reporter for ESPN’s coverage of the Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers game, Dipp delivered a report that was widely considered awkward and endearing. His nervousness and his phrase “having the time of his life” resonated with viewers, turning him into an internet meme.
Despite the initial embarrassment, Dipp handled the situation with good humor and grace. He posted a video on social media explaining his performance and expressing his passion for American football, which endeared him further to the public. The incident did not negatively impact his career; instead, it raised his profile internationally.
Before and after the viral moment, Dipp has been a respected figure in sports journalism in Mexico. He works for ESPN Deportes, the Spanish-language branch of ESPN, covering a variety of sports, including American football, soccer, and the Olympics. Dipp has continued to build his career, leveraging his fluency in both Spanish and English to cover major sporting events for a diverse audience. His experience on that Monday night has become a memorable footnote in a successful ongoing career in sports broadcasting.