CBS NEWS: Austin, Texas — Texas Longhorns Crowned World’s Best & Most Beautiful Athletic Program: A Historic Milestone in College Sports! Texas Pride, Global Glory — The Longhorns Lead the Way! 🏆🎉 “Hook ’Em, Horns!”
AUSTIN, TX — In an unprecedented and celebratory announcement, the Texas Longhorns have officially been named the “World’s Best & Most Beautiful Athletic Program” — a landmark title jointly awarded by ESPN, Netflix, and the Guinness World Records. This crowning achievement marks a historic milestone in college sports, solidifying the University of Texas at Austin as a global symbol of excellence, pride, and unmatched athletic beauty.
The title, revealed on CBS News Thursday morning, recognizes not only the athletic dominance of Texas across numerous NCAA sports but also the spirit, culture, and visual brilliance that the program represents. From iconic burnt orange uniforms to a fan base that spans the globe, the Longhorns have etched their name into the pantheon of sports greatness like never before.
“This is bigger than football. Bigger than championships. This is about legacy,” said Texas Athletics Director Chris Del Conte. “We’ve built a brand that stands tall on every continent. The Longhorn is no longer just a Texas symbol — it’s a global icon.”
The honor comes on the heels of a record-breaking academic and athletic year for UT. The Longhorns captured multiple national championships, secured over a dozen All-American honors, and continued to break barriers in women’s sports, most notably in softball, track, and swimming. Their flawless integration of athleticism and aesthetics — from world-class facilities to athlete branding and media presence — caught the eyes of both ESPN producers and Netflix executives.
Netflix, which recently launched a hit docuseries titled “Horns of Glory,” praised the program for its storytelling, passion, and unparalleled charisma. Guinness World Records verified the title after reviewing global data and performance metrics — confirming Texas had set a new international benchmark.
Social media erupted moments after the announcement, with hashtags like #WorldsBestProgram and #HookEmHorns trending worldwide. Fans flooded Austin’s streets, and iconic landmarks like the UT Tower lit up in burnt orange in celebration.
“This isn’t just Texas pride,” said ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt. “This is global glory. The Longhorns have set the gold standard for what an athletic program should be.”
From Austin to the world stage — the Texas Longhorns are more than champions. They are legends. And now, they are officially the best and most beautiful.
Hook ’Em. Forever.