Editor’s Note: This is the second part of our two-part analysis of the TYR Cup competition. Read part one here. 

The TYR Cup is coming to WZA SoCal, and with it comes a unique competition experience for elite athletes. 

Team World and Team North America each consist of four men and four women, who will compete in 11 events over the weekend.

The events will differ in style, and with six different competition formats, strategy will play a key role in the weekend. Here are the formats that athletes will have to contend with:

Individual: All athletes will compete in the event, and the team with the best combined score will win.

All Hands: All eight athletes work together to complete the event as a team.

Spotlight: One woman and one man from each team will compete in an event specializing in weightlifting, gymnastics, or monostructural elements.

Miami Team: Following the format of Wodapalooza, Team World and Team North America will field a trio of men and women who will each complete the event.

CFG Teams: Two men and two women will represent each team in these events.

Captains: The captains from Team World and Team North America will go head to head on the competition floor.

With the rosters set and most of the events announced, it seems like a good time to predict some winners.

Event 6

Analysis: Team World will take the win in Event 6, thanks in part to the lead Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr and Emma Tall build in the first half of the workout. Both Toomey-Orr (first) and Tall (fifth) finished in the top five of the “Midline Climb” at this year’s Games, which featured GHD sit-ups and the SkiErg. They also have the strength to move that DBall with ease.

Once the Team World women finish on the SkiErg, they’ll pass it off to Brent Fikowski and Aniol Ekai. Both of these men surpass the six-foot threshold, giving them an advantage on the SkiErg and the wall balls. 

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Event 7

Analysis: If it was a pure clean ladder, this would be a win for Team World. However, the bar muscle-ups as a buy-in give Team North America the edge. The weights are lighter in this event than in each stage of the Games’ clean ladder, which puts more emphasis on the muscle-ups. 

For the North American men, Dallin Pepper takes the first heat, Justin Medeiros in heat two, and Jeffrey Adler in heat three. Pepper and Medeiros, who finished sixth and first, respectively, in the Games Clean ladder, will win their heats, while Adler just barely loses to Gui Malheiros in heat three. 

On the women’s side, the muscle-ups give Danielle Brandon enough of a buffer to stay ahead of Grace Walton in heat one. Alexis Raptis takes heat two over Emma Tall, and Arielle Loewen has the unfortunate job of lining up against Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr.

Ultimately, we believe Team North America takes four out of six heats.

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Event 9

Analysis: With three independent tests and five minutes to rest between each, this will be a flat-out sprint.

Patrick Vellner will take the court for team North America. Vellner is one of the best there is at burpees over objects and finished second in the sprint portion of the Track and Field event at this year’s Games. He also won 2023 Semifinal Event 5, which also had an eight snatch buy-in followed by an Assault run. 

For the women, it’s Emily Rolfe’s time to shine. Rolfe also won 2023 Semifinal Event 3 last year and finished fifth in “Firestorm” at this year’s Games.

Assuming athletes can only do one Spotlight, Team World likely puts Grace Walton and Aniol Ekai on the floor. Grace Walton won “Firestorm” at the Games this year, so we’d expect her to take the bike portion while Rolfe takes tests two and three. For the men, Ekai may edge Vellner in the bike, but the Canadian takes the next two.

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Event 10

Analysis: Each team will field three men and three women, and each athlete will complete the workout individually. The winner will be determined by the total time for all six athletes for their team. Thanks to the depth of their roster, we expect Team North America to take it. 

Fielding a team of Alexis Raptis, Emily Rolfe, Danielle Brandon, Jeffrey Adler, Dallin Pepper, and Justin Medeiros take the overall win in this one. 

Overall Winner

With the eight announced events, we have a 5-3 lead for Team North America. Team World can still take the overall title if they can sweep the three unannounced events.

One of the three remaining events is the Captains’ event, so Team World likely has the edge simply because Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr is one of the two athletes they field.

With the events announced and the different styles of the events from a fan’s perspective, it’ll be entertaining to watch, regardless of who comes out on top.

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In 2024, strongman Mitchell Hooper won the 2024 Strongest Man on Earth (SMOE), the 2024 Arnold Strongman Classic (ASC), the 2024 ASC UK, the 2024 Strongman Classic, the 2024 Giants Live World Tour Open, and ranked as runner-up to Tom Stoltman at the 2024 World’s Strongest Man (WSM). That consistency is thanks, in part, to insights he offered into his training for strength gains.

On Sept. 5, 2024, Hooper addressed why one should avoid high reps when aiming to increase strength. He outlined six key points:

6 Reasons to Avoid High-Reps

Energy Expenditure

Skill Building

Muscle Fiber Type

Injury Risk

Varied Recruitment Patterns

Exercise Selection Doesn’t Match Strength Gains 

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Energy Expenditure

When performing more than five reps, consider the time it takes to complete each set. Hooper notes that phosphocreatine powers initial movements, transitioning to the glycolytic system after five seconds, where glycogen sustains that activity. Therefore, activating the correct energy system to get peak strength is critical. 

A hard set of six squats or deadlifts could very well take 30-plus seconds.

Hooper explains why the world’s strongest athletes typically weigh over 300 pounds. “Weight does move weight,” said Hooper. “If you lift with higher rep ranges, you will not have the same effect nor put on the same amount of mass as you would in lower rep ranges.”

Although strongmen should prioritize strength, that doesn’t diminish the significance of overall fitness, as recovery between sets is vital. Taking total work capacity into account, Hooper said, “We know building strength doesn’t require a huge amount of volume; it requires a huge amount of load.”

Skill Building

Lifting heavy is a learned skill that involves recruiting specific muscles necessary for a given movement.

You must find the correct group of muscles in a compound movement to perform that movement effectively, safely, and with as much muscle mass as possible.

Failing to grasp how to recruit the proper motor units and muscles can lead to significant risks, including: 

Poor performance

High risk of injuries

Low chance of hitting personal bests 

Plateaus

Loss of technical control

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Muscle Fiber Type

Understanding muscle fiber types’ role in strength training is valuable knowledge in the gym.

Type I Muscle Fibers: Slow-twitch

Type II Muscle Fibers: Fast-twitch ranging from type IIA to type IIX.

Type IIA is the most fatigue-resistant and least powerful to type IIX, which is the most powerful and least fatigue-resistant.

When lifting heavy weights, the objective is to engage as many Type II muscle fibers as possible to maximize explosiveness and strength (1). This contrasts with the outcomes of performing higher reps.

You can’t switch Type I to Type II and make your whole body fast-twitch and powerful.

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Injury Risk

Hooper explained that fatigued muscles are prone to spasms, leading to tears and muscle damage when combined with training load. Tendons and ligaments are soft tissues lacking a direct blood supply, making it challenging to adapt them like muscles. Be cautious when increasing volume significantly.

Varied Recruitment Patterns

With each rep, the body subtly alters its technique to adapt when learning to become stronger. However, this isn’t the primary advantage of lifting heavy weights. According to Hooper, two key outcomes occur when engaging in heavy lifting: 

Extend the shortened cycle significantly by quickly lowering the weight, explosively lifting it, and powering through the reps. This emphasizes power rather than strength.

Slowly move the weight and exert maximum effort on the target muscles to promote muscle hypertrophy, even as one experiences decreased power and strength.

The Exercise Selection Doesn’t Match Strength Gains

Hooper argues that compound movements are not ideal for high rep ranges, citing deadlifts as a specific example. This can lead to injuries and discourage individuals from increasing their workout volume and building strength.

A set of 15 deadlifts will blow up your back and glutes. You won’t get…what a good deadlift should feel like.

Machines don’t truly measure strength gains. “Any strength test that holds water will use free weights,” Hooper explained. “Generally speaking, deadlifts, bench press, and squats are how people measure strength.

Hooper recommends a rep range of one to five reps to gain strength for compound movements. However, novice lifters can perform more reps to enhance their fitness and build muscle. Hooper advised against low-rep training on accessory and rowing movements, such as a lat pulldown or a bent-over row, which can spur lousy form. 

Reference

Plotkin, D. L., Roberts, M. D., Haun, C. T., & Schoenfeld, B. J. (2021). Muscle Fiber Type Transitions with Exercise Training: Shifting Perspectives. Sports (Basel, Switzerland), 9(9), 127. https://doi.org/10.3390/sports9090127

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The 2024 Kaos Strongest Man (KSM) contest occurred on Sept. 14, 2024, in Preston, England. Thirteen athletes representing three

countries battled through five events comprising the single-day contest: Max Log Lift, Deadlift, Farmer’s Walk, Super Yoke, and Sandbag-to-Shoulder.

England’s Jack Osborne achieved the gold by a half-point over his fellow countryman Ryan Bennett. They were joined on the podium by Ireland’s Sean Gillen.

2024 Kaos Strongest Man Results

Jack Osborne (ENG) — 52.5 points

Ryan Bennett (ENG) — 52 points

Sean Gillen (IRL) — 46 points

Dawid Pakulski (ENG) — 42.5 points

Paul Smith (ENG) — 39.5 points

Ben Glasscock (ENG) — 36 points

Joe Oliver (ENG) — 36 points

Joe Brown (ENG) — 35 points

Jamie Butler (WAL) — 29.5 points

Shane Nye (ENG) — 27.5 points

Alex Feri (ENG) — 25 points

Zack Hill (ENG) — 15 points

Max Searby (ENG) — 12.5 points

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2024 Kaos Strongest Man Event Results

Below are the results of each event contested in Preston:

Max Log Lift

Each athlete established their max log press.

Jack Osborne — 205 kilograms

Joe Oliver — 200 kilograms

Ryan Bennett — 190 kilograms (T-third)

Shane Nye — 190 kilograms (T-third)

Sean Gillen — 190 kilograms (T-third)

Paul Smith — 180 kilograms (T-sixth)

Jamie Butler — 180 kilograms (T-sixth)

Alex Feri — 180 kilograms (T-sixth)

Zack Hill — 180 kilograms (T-sixth)

Dawid Pakulski — 165 kilograms (T-10th)

Ben Glasscock — 165 kilograms (T-10th)

Joe Brown — 165 kilograms (T-10th)

Max Searby — 150 kilograms

Deadlift

Athletes had second seconds to perform as many reps as possible with 330 or 380 kilograms. Any number of reps with the heavier log outranked any number of reps with the lighter log.

Sean Gillen — Five reps, 380 kilograms

Ryan Bennett — Three reps, 380 kilograms (T-second)

Paul Smith — Three reps, 380 kilograms (T-second)

Ben Glasscock — Three reps, 380 kilograms (T-second)

Joe Oliver — Three reps, 380 kilograms (T-second)

Jamie Butler — Three reps, 380 kilograms (T-second)

Jack Osborne — Two reps, 380 kilograms (T-seventh)

Dawid Pakulski — Two reps, 380 kilograms (T-seventh)

Shane Nye — One rep, 380 kilograms (T-ninth)

Alex Feri — One rep, 380 kilograms (T-ninth)

Zack Hill — One rep, 380 kilograms (T-ninth)

Max Searby — One rep, 380 kilograms (T-ninth)

Joe Brown — One rep, 330 kilograms

Farmer’s Walk

Each strongman had one minute to walk 20 meters with 160 kilograms in hand.

Dawid Pakulski — 11.2 seconds

Paul Smith — 12.07 seconds

Ryan Bennett — 12.16 seconds

Joe Brown — 12.7 seconds

Jack Osborne — 12.76 seconds

Max Searby — 13.42 seconds

Ben Glasscock — 13.63 seconds

Joe Oliver — 13.88 seconds

Zack Hill — 15.58 seconds

Shane Nye — 13.7 meters

Sean Gillen — 11.5 meters

Alex Feri — 10.9 meters

Jamie Butler — 10.6 meters

Super Yoke

With 60 seconds on the clock, athletes walked 10 meters with a 455-kilogram yoke in the fastest time possible.

Ryan Bennett — 8.14 seconds

Joe Brown — 8.21 seconds

Jack Osborne — 8.42 seconds

Sean Gillen — 10.16 seconds

Jamie Butler — 10.64 seconds

Dawid Pakulski — 11.85 seconds

Alex Feri — 12.38 seconds

Paul Smith — 13.09 seconds

Ben Glasscock — 17.53 seconds

Joe Oliver — 17.75 seconds

Shane Nye — 3.8 meters

Zack Hill — withdrew

Max Searby — withdrew

Sandbag-to-Shoulder

Each strongman attempted to lift four sandbags weighing 140 to 170 kilograms as fast as possible within the 60-second time cap.

Jack Osborne — Four in 45.54 seconds

Dawid Pakulski — Four in 54.71 seconds

Ben Glasscock — Four in 60 seconds

Sean Gillen — Three in 23.59 seconds

Joe Brown — Three in 33.85 seconds

Ryan Bennett — Three in 38.95 seconds

Shane Nye — Three in 41.95 seconds

Alex Feri — Three in 53.61 seconds

Paul Smith — Two in 13.96 seconds

Joe Oliver — Two in 15.54 seconds

Jamie Butler — Two in 17.03 seconds

Zack Hill — withdrew

Max Searby — withdrew

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The 2024 Janet Layug Battle of the Bodies Pro occurred on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The event, promoted by 2020 Bikini Olympia champion Janet Layug, was one of the final qualifying events for the 2024 Bikini Olympia. It featured 12 athletes from five different countries.

Ariana Brothers won the competition but was already qualified for the 2024 Olympia, so no qualification was issued in this show. Ekaterina Opekunova finished as the runner-up, and Noelle Agnew rounded out the top three.

2024 Janet Layug Battle of the Bodies Pro Results

The final placings are below, courtesy of the IFBB Pro League:

Ariana Brothers (United States)

Ekaterina Opekunova (Russia)

Noelle Agnew (United States)

Hope Gonzalez (United States)

Ali Taylor (United States)

Kateryna Kauffmann (Canada)

Irene Iravedra (Spain)

Romina Basualdo (United States)

Renata Guimaraes (United States)

Angela Ruscilli (United States)

Nastya Sheva (Germany)

Carolina Quinones (United States)

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Image via @ari_ifbbpro on Instagram

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Winner — Ariana Brothers

Before this, Brothers had won the 2023 Atlantic Coast Pro, which was a 2024 Olympia qualifier. This is her third career pro win and second win of the season, and she can now set her sights on the 2024 Olympia or keep competing to secure an early qualification for the 2025 Bikini Olympia.

Second Place — Ekaterina Opekunova

Opekunova is in her rookie season and entered five shows hoping to qualify for the Olympia. This was her best finish, but she did not win a contest, which is how you qualify. As of this writing, there is no word on her future competitive plans following this contest.

Third Place — Noelle Agnew

Agnew is a Masters competitor who once again showed she can compete with the younger athletes in her division. This is her highest finish of the 2024 season, but she has yet to win an Open show.

Other Notes

The 2024 Olympia qualifying season is now completed. The 2025 Olympia qualifying season begins on the weekend of Sept. 21-22 with the 2024 Turkey Pro in Ixmir, Turkey. The dates and location of the 2025 Olympia have not been announced at the time of this article’s publication.

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The 2024 San Antonio Pro was held in San Antonio, TX, on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. It was one of the final qualifying events of the 2024 Olympia season. The winners of the four divisions featured at this event were eligible to compete at the 2024 Olympia Weekend in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 10-13, 2024.

The winners of those divisions were Tony Taveras (Classic Physique), Burak Ozkul (Men’s Physique), Tamera Barrett (Figure), and Ashley Hampton (Bikini). Their names are among the last to be added to the 2024 Olympia lineup.

2024 San Antonio Pro Results

The final order of finish for these shows is below, with names in alphabetical order.

Classic Physique

Tony Taveras (United States)

Ejike Enwereuzor (United States)

Brandon Williams (United States)

Josh Bridgman (United Kingdom)

Kirhee Cooper (United States)

Mahfuz Hawit (Honduras)

Rob Van Sant (United States)

Michael Gasaway (United States)

Daniel Hughes (United States)

Dion Merrill (United States)

Mark Zamora (United States)

Tim Tevin (United States)

David Merrill (United States)

Larry Moon (United States)

Joseph Angel Cortez (United States)

Tied for 16th

Todd Akers (United States)

Jim Holcomb (United States)

Rodderick Jackson (United States)

Allen Kendrick (United States)

Men’s Physique

Burak Ozkul (Turkey)

Alexander Rogers (United States)

Mitch Starr (United States)

Joshua Guidry (United States)

Diogo Basaglia (United States)

Micah Thomas Jr. (United States)

Kevin Johnson (United States)

Alex Woodson (United States)

Jin Koike (Japan)

Winston Sullivan (United States)

Tre Trotter (United States)

Jake Alvarez (United States)

Corben Abila (United States)

Noah Robinson (United States)

Marcell Shippen (United States)

Tied for 16th

Tan Dhaliwal (United States)

Ryan Doll (United States)

Calvin Jackson (United States)

Brodee Jarrell (United States)

Greg Johnson (United States)

Jerol Johnston (United States)

Janard Lee (United States)

Alvin Magee (United States)

Stuart Reed (United States)

Justo Scott (United States)

Patrick Seguin-Morin (Canada)

David Short (United States)

Denny Singh (United States)

Remon Smith (United States)

Favian Villalobos (United States)

Cordell Waddey (United States)

Chris Walding (United States)

Figure

Tamera Barrett (United States)

Marie-Solange Essoh (Cameroon)

Nikki Mcguire (United States)

Tamika Tucker (United States)

Rita Villarreal (United States)

Blanca Barcelo (United States)

Jackie Hurry (United States)

Jessica Baltazar (United States)

Sh’ Nere Mattise Deas (United States)

Naomi Haley (United States)

Silvia Kovacsova (Australia)

Alexis Davis (United States)

Jessica Cocke (United States)

Laura Saccomani (Paraguay)

Wendy Ford (United States)

Tied for 16th

Linda Judith Cantu Gonzalez (Mexico)

Ruth Castillo (Mexico)

Mariacarolina Davis (United States)

Patrina Mosca (United States)

Melody Polkinghorn (United States)

Jessica Rodriguez (United States)

Sara Taschner (United States)

Bikini

Ashley Hampton (United States)

Lauren Kralovec (United States)

Lacy Rutland (United States)

Deanna Dang (United States)

Alessia Facchin (Italy)

Hope Harper (United States)

Marissa Willmott (United States)

Sasa He (China)

Perla Cadena (United States)

Emma Macdougall (Canada)

Denisse Licon (United States)

Gigi Amurao (United States)

Rebecca Ianno (United States)

Zoey Panzarino (United States)

Cindy Van Empel-Popowich (Canada)

Tied for 16th

Cinthia Beltran (United States)

Louisa Burke (Germany)

Stacy Deville (United States)

Kaylie Fountain (United States)

Brenda Garay (United States)

Czarina Gastelum (Mexico)

Haley Johnson (United States)

Paola Leon (Mexico)

Samantha Mcnamara (United States)

Cristina Meza (Mexico)

Marcela Moreno (Mexico)

Rosario Orihuela Hammadi (Spain)

Amanda Rivas (United States)

Monica Rubio (United States)

Carmen Ruiz Alonso (Afghanistan)

Bianca Van Wyk (South Africa)

Denise Wedderburn (United States)

Myra Colcord (United States) Disqualified

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Classic Physique Winner — Tony Taveras

Tony Taveras was second at the 2024 RGV Classic Pro on Aug. 31, 2024, and he received feedback from the judges that he applied here to take the win. If he chooses to compete in the Classic Physique Olympia, it will be his first time on that stage since 2021, when he finished tied for 16th.

Men’s Physique Winner — Burak Ozkul

This was Ozkul’s first show of 2024, and he took his first win and Men’s Physique Olympia qualification from it. He received perfect scores from the judges.

Figure Winner — Tamera Barrett

Barrett is a second-year pro, and this is her first win in the pro ranks. It did not come easy for her, though. Only one point separated her and runner-up Marie-Solange Essoh on the scorecards. Barrett will make her Figure Olympia debut in Las Vegas if she chooses to compete.

Bikini Winner — Ashley Hampton

32 athletes were in the Bikini division show. Hampton’s best finish in 2024 before this contest was second in both the World Klash Championships Pro and Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro. She scored the win on the final weekend of the qualifying season to move on to Las Vegas. Silver and bronze went to Lauren Kralovec and Lacy Rutland, who will now have to focus on 2025.

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The 2024 TYR WZA SoCal is set to host the highly anticipated TYR Cup, promising an electrifying competition for elite athletes. 

This unique event pits Team World against Team North America in a series of challenging workouts that will test their strength, endurance, and teamwork.

Here’s everything you need to know about this new competition

Here’s the complete, Elite Roster For Team USA and Team World

Team Structure and Competition Format

Each team consists of eight athletes:

4 men

4 women

They’ll face off in 11 diverse events throughout the weekend, showcasing their skills across various fitness domains.

Event Formats: A Strategic Battlefield

The TYR Cup introduces six distinct competition formats, adding layers of strategy to the athletes’ approach:

Individual: All athletes compete, with combined scores determining the winning team.

All Hands: Full team collaboration to complete the event.

Spotlight: One man and one woman from each team compete in specialized events.

Miami Team: Trios of men and women represent each team.

CFG Teams: Two men and two women per team tackle these events.

Captains: A head-to-head showdown between team captains.

This variety of formats ensures a dynamic and unpredictable competition, forcing teams to carefully consider their athlete selections and strategies for each event.

Event 1: CrossFit Games Teams Style

The competition kicks off with a grueling CrossFit Games Teams style event that will push athletes to their limits.

Event Description

4 rounds for time:

18 synchro chest-to-bar pull-ups

Handstand walking obstacle course (you go/I go)

12 synchro KB deadlifts (124/88 pounds)

24/18 Echo bike cals (simultaneously)

12 synchro KB deadlifts (124/88 pounds)

Handstand walking obstacle course (you go/I go)

Time cap: 22 Minutes

Event 2: Wodapalooza Teams Style

The second event shifts gears to a Wodapalooza Teams format, testing the athletes’ ability to work together on high-volume movements.

Event Description

For time:

24 alternating wall walks

3 rounds of:

18 worm push press

12 worm squats

6 worm thrusters

18 alternating wall walks

2 rounds of:

18 worm push press

12 worm squats

6 worm thrusters

12 alternating wall walks

1 round of:

18 worm push press

12 worm squats

6 worm thrusters

Event 3: Spotlight on Weightlifting

The third event showcases pure strength and technique in a classic weightlifting format.

Event Description

For total combined load:

1-rep max snatch

1-rep max clean & jerk

Event 5: Spotlight on Gymnastics

The fifth event shifts focus to gymnastics, testing athletes’ bodyweight control and endurance.

Event Description

For total reps:

2:00 max rope climbs

2:00 max freestanding handstand push-ups

2:00 max ring muscle-ups

2:00 max freestanding handstand push-ups

2:00 max rope climbs

*1:00 rest between movements

The 2024 Europa Pro was held in London, England, on the weekend of Sept. 14-15, 2024. This was the only show outside of the Olympia to host all 11 IFBB Pro League divisions, and each of those contests was a 2024 Olympia Weekend qualifying event. The winners would be eligible to qualify for that event in Las Vegas, NV, on Oct. 10-13, 2024.

The main event of the weekend was the Men’s Open, in which Bruno Santos of Brazil scored an upset victory to secure the final qualification for the 2024 Mr. Olympia contest. 

2024 Europa Pro Results

The final results for all 11 contests in London are below:

Men’s Open

Bruno Santos (Brazil)

Andrea Presti (Italy)

Lewis Breed (United Kingdom)

Moe Nsour (Germany)

Lorenzo Leeuwe (Netherlands)

Patrick Moore (United States)

Enrico Hoffmann (Germany)

Vilius Sosnovskis (Lithuania)

William Martins William (Brazil)

Josh Maley (United Kingdom)

Morgan Aste (France)

Matthew Celaire (United Kingdom)

Mariusz Tomczuk (Poland)

Dawid Balcerzak (Poland)

Ahmad Alrefaei (Kuwait)

Jiexin Mao (China)

212

Muzi Maluleke (South Africa)

Radoslav Angelov (Bulgaria)

Hameed Juma (Bahrain)

Jose Maria Mete Bueriberi (Spain)

Mazin Alrahbi (Oman)

Luca Pola (United Kingdom)

Jamal Changezi (Afghanistan)

Xiaoxiong Li (China)

Burga Keskin (Turkey)

Mostafa Eskandari (Netherlands)

Francisco Navarro (Spain)

Classic Physique

Julio Simoes (Brazil)

Adrian Cyronek (Poland)

Jesus Rodriguez Sendra (Spain)

Yemi Adefioye (United Kingdom)

Roberto Martinez Pizana (Spain)

Maciej Nabaglo (Poland)

Sebastien Theurel (France)

Morissana Kante (France)

Carel Frederick Grobler (South Africa)

Charles Bryant (United Kingdom)

Mark James (United Kingdom)

Lewis Widgery (United Kingdom)

Jared Feather (United States)

Julian Lee Ramdhari (South Africa)

Luca Corrado (Italy)

Jordan Moore (United States)

Men’s Physique

Alessandro Cavagnola (Italy)

Tunahan Guler (Turkey)

Adeyemi Awoyemi (United Kingdom)

Alessandro Colacchi (Italy)

Michael Kent (United Kingdom)

Viktor Taskov (Bulgaria)

Lollo Giachetti (Italy)

Pedro Lima (Brazil)

Omar Suleiman (United Kingdom)

Maksimilian Petrov (Bulgaria)

Alexander Freshwater (United Kingdom)

Burak King (United States)

Furkan Er (Turkey)

Hussein Akancan (Turkey)

Oguzhan Kalyoncu (Turkey)

Tied for 16th

Ziya Mousavi (United Kingdom)

Hamed Parveh (Netherlands)

Joshua Wall (United Kingdom)

James Walters (United Kingdom)

Men’s Wheelchair

Blake Colleton (Australia)

Gaylon Grigsby (United States)

Jean Pierre (Brazil)

Women’s Bodybuilding

Nadia Capotosto (Italy)

Reshanna Boswell (United States)

Irene Andersen (Sweden)

Jeanie Welker (United States)

Issis Syhler (Denmark)

Ivana Dvorakova (Germany)

Martina Lopez (Spain)

Joanna Romano (Spain)

Cristina Arellano Goy (United States)

Fitness

Michaela Pavleova (Slovakia)

Martina Gambaro (Italy)

Annika Drescher (Germany)

Carolina Escobedo-Frausto (Mexico)

Nikolett Szabo (Hungary)

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Sara Kinnvik  (Sweden)

Anna Borin (Ukraine)

Nina Paulus (Germany)

Marie Peterhans (Switzerland)

Madam Lavoe (United States)

Krisztina Meleg  (Hungary)

Grace Diliso (Italy)

Cristina Araujo (Spain)

Gisa Mendes (Italy)

Bikini

Adrianna Kaczmarek (Poland)

Jess Feeney (Ireland)

Kerry Sexton (United Kingdom)

Zsofia Molnar (Hungary)

Ottavia Mazza (Italy)

Monique Jansen Van Vuuren (South Africa)

Julie Svitakova (Czech Republic)

Magda Kilczewska (Poland)

Marnie Al-Saraf (United Kingdom)

Francesca Walsh (United Kingdom)

Natalie Koursari (Greece)

Claudia Clemente (Portugal)

Katarzyna Nowacka (Poland)

Lorena Blanco (Spain)

Scarlett Wilson (United Kingdom)

Tied for 16th

Tilda Selby (United Kingdom)

Laura Ziv (France)

Women’s Physique

Barbara Menage (France)

Nadine Phoenix (United Kingdom)

Manon Dutilly (Canada)

Kristy Graham Kumabe (Australia)

Hong Yan (China)

Gemma Lancaster (United Kingdom)

Sanna Nupponen (Finland)

Natalia Spierings (United Kingdom)

Silvi Cuartero (Spain)

Marina Kassinopoullou (Cyprus)

Silvana Imbrogno (United Kingdom)

Karly Pearce (United Kingdom)

Yuna Kim (South Korea)

Christina Kremser (Austria)

Nikki Beattie (United Kingdom)

Tied for 16th

Vanessa Bertini (Italy)

Cristina Chatti (Spain)

Lucie Favrelle (France)

Elena Kava (Greece)

Sandra Araceli Perez Amigon (Mexico)

Wellness

Camile Luz (Brazil)

Sandra Colorado Acal (Spain)

Lexy Oliver (Italy)

Paola Andrea Ibarguen Mosquera (Colombia)

Beatrice Gasperini (Italy)

Maria Paulette (Spain)

Carlotta Tonelli (Italy)

Chloe Pickford (United Kingdom)

Susy Rosero (Colombia)

Mia Onwuna (United Kingdom)

Shana Laugel (France)

Hayley Overall (United Kingdom)

Carol Cantarero (United States)

Jada Beverly (United States)

Chanel Mbiakop  (Switzerland)

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Men’s Open Winner — Bruno Santos

Santos scored his first professional win and Olympia qualification, but it was not easy. After pre-judging, Santos was in third place behind Andrea Presti and Lewis Breed. Whatever Santos did to adjust for the finals worked, and he is now eligible to make his Olympia debut in Las Vegas.

212 Winner — Muzi Maluleke

Muzi Malueke did not have to worry about a comeback in the 212 division. He won the show with unanimous first-place votes. This was his first show in two years, resulting in his first pro win and Olympia qualification.

Classic Physique Winner — Julio Simoes

Simoes ranked fourth at the 2024 Dubai Pro but looked leaner and more confident in this event, which helped him secure the Classic Physique championship.

Men’s Physique Winner — Alessandro Cavagnola

Alessandro Cavagnola was already qualified for the 2024 Men’s Physique Olympia thanks to his win at the 2024 ProMuscle Italy Pro. Therefore, no Men’s Physique Olympia qualification was awarded here.

Men’s Wheelchair Winner — Blake Colleton

In 2024, the Men’s Wheelchair division gained many new talented athletes. The latest was Blake Colleton, who was an amateur entering the weekend but is now pro and Olympia-qualified.

Women’s Bodybuilding Winner — Nadia Capotosto

All six of the women’s divisions were featured, including the Women’s Bodybuilding category. Nadia Capotosto, who was already Olympia-qualified thanks to her win at the 2024 Empro Classic Pro, won this contest. Therefore, the Ms. Olympia lineup is locked at 16 athletes.

Fitness Winner — Michaela Pavleova

There were only five competitors in the Fitness division, and Michaela Pavleova emerged victorious. She achieved perfect scores in the Physique and Routine rounds.

Figure Winner — Sara Kinnvik 

Third-year pro Sara Kinnvik is eligible for her Figure Olympia debut via her first pro win.

Bikini Winner — Adrianna Kaczmarek

Adrianna Kaczmarek is eligible to make her third Olympia appearance and first since 2021 thanks to her win in the Bikini division.

Women’s Physique Winner — Barbara Menage

The Women’s Physique champion for this contest was Barbara Menage, who will not return to the Olympia stage after missing the 2023 contest. She has finished fourth in the Women’s Physique Olympia three times but hopes to break that streak by finishing higher in 2024.

Wellness Winner — Camile Luz

Camile Luz won the Wellness title and was the third athlete from Brazil to win their division in this show.

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The 2024 CrossFit Games season might be over, but the offseason is just heating up.

Kicking things off is the inaugural TYR Wodapalooza SoCal, set to take place from September 20-23 in Huntington Beach, CA. 

Among the highlights is the TYR Cup, a unique exhibition that will see some of the world’s top CrossFit athletes compete in a team format.

Here’s everything you need to know about this new competition.

What Is the TYR Cup?

The TYR Cup will be the centerpiece of the TYR Wodapalooza SoCal, showcasing an exciting team competition format. 

Unlike previous exhibition-style events like last season’s FitFest in the UK, where two teams of four battled for bragging rights, the stakes are much higher this time. 

A $210,000 prize purse is on the line, with the winning team earning $160,000 ($20,000 per athlete), the runners-up receiving $40,000 ($5,000 each), and an MVP prize of $10,000 up for grabs.

The competition features two teams, “North America” and “World,” comprised of elite athletes from across the globe. Let’s take a closer look at the rosters.

Team North America – TYR Cup Roster

Team North America features a formidable lineup of seasoned athletes, all hailing from Canada and the United States. The initial roster announced in July included:

Arielle Loewen

Jeff Adler

Alexis Raptis

Justin Medeiros

Danielle Brandon (Team Captain)

Pat Vellner (Team Captain)

To round out the roster, Brandon and Vellner, chosen as team captains, selected the final two members based on community votes:

Emily Rolfe

Dallin Pepper

This powerhouse team includes two Fittest on Earth winners and three CrossFit Games podium finishers. Pat Vellner, a nine-time Games qualifier, brings valuable experience and leadership to the squad.

Team World – TYR Cup Roster

Team World brings together top athletes from six different countries, truly representing the sport’s global reach. Initially, Seher Kaya and Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr were announced, with Lazar Ðukić also set to join. 

However, following his untimely passing, Brent Fikowski, Ðukić’s close friend, stepped in to take his place. The finalized roster includes:

Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr (Team Captain)

Bjorgvin Karl Gudmundsson (Team Captain)

Seher Kaya

Brent Fikowski

Guilherme Malheiros

Grace Walton

Aniol Ekai

This diverse team features the reigning Fittest Woman on Earth, seasoned podium finishers, and two rookies from the 2024 CrossFit Games. 

Their blend of experience and fresh talent promises an intense competition.

Friendly Rivalries and Trash Talk

The excitement isn’t just confined to the competition floor. A friendly rivalry has already sparked between the teams, with Pat Vellner taking to Instagram to throw some playful jabs at Bjorgvin Karl Gudmundsson. 

In one post, Vellner teased Gudmundsson, hoping he would “step up better for Team World than [he] did for CHAD.”

In another post, Vellner humorously reminded Fikowski of the heavy burden he carries for Team World: “When you see only one set of footprints in the sand… those are the moments you’re carrying him.”

What to Expect at TYR Wodapalooza SoCal

The teams will face off across six workouts, each designed to test different aspects of their fitness. If the Miami TYR Wodapalooza is anything to go by, attendees can expect thrilling performances, fierce competition, and plenty of memorable moments.

The TYR Wodapalooza SoCal promises to be an unmissable event, offering a perfect blend of competition, camaraderie, and community fun. Whether you’re a fan, athlete, or just love the sport, Huntington Beach will be the place to be this September.

The iconic TYR Wodapalooza fitness festival, known for its vibrant Miami atmosphere, is expanding its reach to the West Coast with the announcement of TYR Wodapalooza SoCal.

Set against the backdrop of Huntington Beach, California, this new sister event will run from September 20-22, 2024, offering a unique opportunity for fitness enthusiasts to experience the magic of Wodapalooza outside of Miami for the first time.

Here’s the complete, Elite Roster For Team USA and Team World

What to Expect from TYR Wodapalooza SoCal

The inaugural TYR Wodapalooza SoCal promises to deliver the same high-energy experience that fans have come to love from the Miami event.

Held over three days, the festival will feature multiple competition stages, drawing 1,000 athletes from around the globe to battle it out in various fitness challenges.

In addition to the competitions, attendees can look forward to brand activations, fitness lifestyle experiences, and educational workshops designed to engage and inspire.

Like its Miami counterpart, the SoCal event will bring together a vibrant community of athletes, brands, and fans, creating an unforgettable fitness spectacle on the West Coast.

From Miami to Huntington Beach: A Coast-to-Coast Connection

While the specifics of athlete registration and competition details are still being finalized, TYR Wodapalooza SoCal is set to form a “coast-to-coast” series with its Miami counterpart, according to Loud And Live, the organization behind the event.

This expansion aims to strengthen the bond between the two events, creating a unified fitness experience that spans from Florida’s Bayfront Park to the sun-soaked shores of California.

TYR Wodapalooza’s journey began modestly in 2012 as a one-day competition in Miami with just 145 athletes.

Over the past 12 years, it has grown into the world’s largest and most well-known functional fitness festival, expanding to include adaptive, teen, team, and masters divisions. Each year, thousands of athletes compete under the Florida sun, with tens of thousands of fans cheering them on.

The Significance of Expanding to Southern California

The move to Huntington Beach represents a significant chapter in Wodapalooza’s history, bringing the excitement of live fitness competitions to one of the nation’s most active fitness communities.

According to a press release from Loud And Live, this expansion will bring the same electrifying atmosphere to the West Coast, creating a new annual destination for athletes and fans alike.

“Since its inaugural event, Wodapalooza has been synonymous with a unique fusion of competition, fitness lifestyle, and community celebration, providing an experience for fans, brands, and athletes unlike any other,” the press release stated.

The addition of TYR Wodapalooza SoCal rounds out the festival’s coast-to-coast presence, providing the fitness community with another platform to engage and celebrate.

What They’re Saying About the New Event

Loud And Live’s Chief Strategy Officer, Marco Sagrera, highlighted the organization’s commitment to evolving and expanding the festival.

“We’re constantly looking for ways to evolve and expand, and a second yearly festival and competition on the West Coast is a natural step as we continue to cater to WZA’s ever-growing global fanbase,” Sagrera said.

Matt DiLorenzo, CEO of TYR, expressed excitement about bringing the festival to TYR’s birthplace. “TYR was initially founded in Huntington Beach in 1985, and we couldn’t be more excited to be bringing a premier fitness event to the community where our company first planted its roots nearly 40 years ago,” DiLorenzo stated.

Dylan Malitsky, VP of Loud And Live Sports, emphasized the cultural significance of California in the fitness world. “California has a rich history in our sport and with our community. Huntington Beach will provide the perfect sister festival experience,” Malitsky said. “We look forward to celebrating with our community on the West Coast.”

Loud And Live’s Broader Investments in CrossFit

The launch of TYR Wodapalooza SoCal is part of Loud And Live’s broader strategy to deepen its involvement in the CrossFit and functional fitness communities.

In recent years, the company has acquired The Granite Games, invested in the Madrid Championship, and founded the West Coast Classic, all while continuing to grow its flagship Miami event.

This commitment to expanding the sport and creating more opportunities for athletes and fans is at the heart of Loud And Live’s mission.

The addition of a West Coast festival means the energy and camaraderie that define Wodapalooza will now be accessible to more people across the country.

The Bottom Line

With the introduction of TYR Wodapalooza SoCal, Loud And Live is not just adding another event to the calendar—it’s creating a new chapter in the festival’s legacy. By bringing the community-driven, high-energy experience of Wodapalooza to the West Coast, the festival continues to evolve, grow, and inspire.

Whether in Miami or Huntington Beach, Wodapalooza remains a celebration of fitness, community, and the relentless spirit of competition.

A recent study by Onebed identified countries with alarming sleep habits

A recent study conducted by Onebed has identified the countries where people struggle with sleep the most. The study analyzed factors like average hours of sleep, air quality, noise pollution, stress levels, and the volume of Google searches related to sleep deprivation and insomnia.

Australia emerged as the nation with the worst sleep habits, despite its relatively high average hours of sleep per night. Australians average 6.24 hours of sleep per night, but despite spending more time in bed than in many other countries, sleep quality remains concerning. There is a high volume of Google searches for terms like “sleep deprivation” (66,450 monthly searches) and “insomnia remedies” (47,770 monthly searches). Additionally, noise pollution, a known disruptor of restful sleep, is a major issue in Australia.

Dylan Tollemache, Co-Founder & CEO of Onebed, commented, “Sleep is something we all need, but it’s becoming increasingly clear just how challenging it is for people across the globe to get a decent night’s rest. It’s no surprise to see Australia leading the charge, with so many of us turning to the internet for help with sleep issues. What struck me most was the sheer volume of searches for sleep-related problems here in Australia, even though we’re getting the most hours in bed. It’s clear that sleep quality is becoming a bigger concern.”

Americans are also struggling with sleep. The average amount of sleep per night in the country is just 5.7 hours, the lowest among the top ten countries analyzed. With stress levels at 7.29 and noise pollution at 46.56, the U.S. has dire sleep issues. There are also 1.1 million monthly Google searches for terms like “sleep deprivation” and “insomnia remedies,” far surpassing any other country.

The Philippines ranks third with a composite score of 0.879, suffering from the highest noise pollution levels at 55.60 and significant stress, both of which contribute to poor sleep quality. Residents average 6.13 hours of sleep per night.

The United Kingdom is fourth, with relatively better sleep habits compared to the top three. However, the U.K. still faces sleep challenges, averaging 6.8 hours of sleep per night. Although stress levels are more moderate at 5.0, the country still sees over 220,000 monthly searches related to sleep problems.

Mexico ranks fifth, with the worst air quality among the top ten countries (scoring 103 on the air quality index), along with high noise pollution levels. These environmental issues contribute to the country’s sleep struggles, despite residents averaging 6.62 hours of sleep per night.

The study’s results highlight the importance of raising awareness about sleep quality. Stress reduction, noise pollution, and air quality all contribute to the concerning sleep issues across these different countries. With the United States receiving the second-worst scores, promoting meditation and sleep aid tools can have a lasting impact on Americans’ health and wellness.

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