The French Throwdown 2025: Return of the Elites and changes for Beginners.

The 2025 edition offers categories suitable for each profile:

• ELITES: The Elite category is making a big comeback, a showcase for the best athletes worldwide, with 40 spots available and a chance to qualify directly for the CrossFit Games. The top 2 men and women will earn their place for the global event, subject to meeting the qualification criteria and the Open.

• RX: Designed for experienced competitors who master advanced movements such as muscle-ups or handstand walks.

• INTERMEDIATE: Ideal for athletes accustomed to RX WODs in their box or during the Open, featuring movements like chest-to-bar and handstand push-ups.

• BEGINNER: Renamed this year, this category is an ideal entry point into the world of competitions, with accessible movements such as jumping pull-ups and single unders.

The event also highlights athletes from the Teens (16-17 years) and Masters categories, celebrating the new generation and passionate veterans.

New Team Qualification Format:

As every year, in 2025, team competitions—composed of 2 men and 2 women—are open to all levels: Beginner, Intermediate, RX and Elite. A major innovation: the individual and team qualification WODs are identical, allowing team members to complete them separately while adhering to the deadlines. This will also permit individuals to try their luck both individually and as a team without needing to redo qualification workouts, thus offering twice the chance to qualify!

-> Qualification Period: From February 12 to 26, 2025
-> Individual and team: Multiply the challenges by participating in both formats!

Matches between individual standards and team divisions allow for participation tailored to each level. For example, RX athletes individually can join RX teams, and beginners can compete in the Beginner category.

A pathway to the CrossFit Games:

Recognised as an official qualifying event for the CrossFit Games, the French Throwdown offers unique opportunities. The top 2 Elite athletes who ranked among the top 1% worldwide during the Open can qualify directly for the Games.

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