While most people around the world count the days for Christmas, lovers of the Sport count the days to the CrossFit Open. And it is finally upon us. Discover how to watch the CrossFit Open 24.1 workout live announcement below.
The CrossFit Open, often simply called “the Open,” is a worldwide fitness competition and the first qualifying stage of the CrossFit Games. It’s essentially the largest fitness competition on Earth, inviting athletes of all levels, from beginners to elite competitors, to participate. The Open is typically held annually and marks the beginning of the official season that ultimately culminates on the Finals, known as the CrossFit Games.
It is a spectacle in which everyone tunes in to see Dave Castro reveal what is the workout that people across the globe will have to endure to see who is fitter. Typically there are at least two elite CrossFit athletes who compete head-to-head in a Livestream for the world to see and cheer on. For the 24.1, we will have two female and two male athletes competing to kick off the season.
How to Watch the CrossFit Open 24.1 Workout Live Announcement
You will be able to watch the CrossFit Open workout 23.1 live announcement through CrossFit Games’ official website, on their official app, or on their YouTube page.
You may also simply click on the video below to watch it.
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CrossFit Open 24.1 Workout Details
When:
- February 29th
Where:
- CrossFit Pleasanton, in California (just outside San Francisco)
What Time:
- 12 pm PT (Los Angeles)
- 2 pm CST (Chicago)
- 3pm EST (New York)
- 8 pm GMT (London)
- 9 pm CET (Berlin)
- 11 pm MSK (Moscow)
- 7 am next day AEDT (Sydney, Australia)
Who:
- Jeff Adler vs Brent Fikowski
- Alex Gazan vs Alexis Raptis
CrossFit Open 24.1 Athlete Match Up
To kick things off officially in 2024, the CrossFit Open 24.1 workout will have two men and two women competing after Dave Castro reveals what the workout is. We will see last year’s Fittest Man on Earth Jeff Adler go against Brent Fikowski, and Alex Gazan battle it out next to Alexis Raptis.
Jeff Adler vs Brent Fikowski
Jeff Adler is the current champion of the CrossFit Games. He finished 1st in the Open last year worldwide and has been to the Games every year since 2019.
Brent Fikowski is a veteran in the Sport with a total of 8 times going to the CrossFit Games (every year since 2016). His best placement at the Games was 2nd back in 2017, but he also got a bronze medal in 2021. In the Open, Fikowski best rank worldwide was in 2021 when he finished 22nd.
Alex Gazan vs Alexis Raptis
The women matchup sees two up-and-coming athletes going head-to-head in front of the world. 21-year-old Alex Gazan has made it to the Games twice in her life (the past two years) finishing 5th in 2023, the same year she won the North America West Semifinal. It appears 2023 had a big shift in her fitness, because it was also her best Open placement worldwide: 5th.
Alexis Raptis is also young (24 years old) but has been competing since she was 16. Raptis also competed in the same Semifinals as Gazan last year, but finished 5th. The athlete went to the Games four times (twice as a teen where she finished with a silver medal) – last year she finished just behind Gazan in 6th place. In the Open, her best placement worldwide was 7th back in 2022.
Who are you cheering for this Thursday?
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More About the CrossFit Open
One of the most compelling aspects of the Open is that it’s open to anyone, regardless of fitness level or experience. Participants range from professional athletes aiming for a spot in the CrossFit Games to fitness enthusiasts looking to challenge themselves and be part of a global community.
Format
The Open usually spans five weeks, with a new workout announced each week. These workouts are designed to be inclusive yet challenging, testing a range of fitness domains including strength, endurance, flexibility, and skill. Participants have several days to complete the workout and submit their scores online.
Workouts and Judging
Workouts (often referred to as WODs – Workouts of the Day) are typically announced via a live broadcast, and athletes worldwide have until the following Monday to complete the workout and submit their scores. Workouts can be done at a local CrossFit affiliate, where they can be officially judged, or in any gym space, with a video submission for verification in some cases.
Community Aspect
The Open is as much a community event as it is a competition. CrossFit gyms (affiliates) around the world host Open workouts, turning them into local events where participants cheer each other on. This sense of community and shared challenge is a huge part of what makes the Open special.
Advancing to Higher Competition
For elite athletes, the Open is the first step towards qualifying for the CrossFit Games, the ultimate test of fitness in the CrossFit community. The top performers in the Open in various categories and regions can advance to the next stages of the competition, which, before changes in the structure, included Regionals and now may involve Sanctionals or directly qualifying for the Games based on their performance.
Why Participate?
Beyond the competitive aspect, the Open is a way for individuals to test their fitness against previous years, set new personal benchmarks, and see where they stand on a global scale. It’s also a motivational push that encourages participants to train harder, improve their skills, and perhaps most importantly, come together with their local and the global CrossFit community to celebrate fitness.
The CrossFit Open is an annual celebration of fitness, community, and personal achievement, making it a cornerstone event in the CrossFit calendar.
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- CrossFit Open live annoucement: Courtesy of CrossFit Inc.
