The 2025 French Throwdown is set to electrify Montpellier from May 9–11, as some of the world’s most elite CrossFit athletes descend on the Sud de France Arena. This year’s event continues its legacy as one of Europe’s marquee functional fitness competitions, offering top competitors the opportunity to test their mettle in a professionally organized and internationally respected format.
With fierce qualification standards and a commitment to showcasing the best of the best, the French Throwdown’s Elite division includes 40 male and 40 female athletes. Here’s a detailed look at who will take the floor in 2025—and what makes this year’s athlete field one of the most diverse and competitive yet.
Elite Female Athletes: Global Talent, Fierce Competitors
The women’s roster reflects an impressive mix of rising stars and seasoned athletes. These women have earned their spots through a grueling qualification process and now face the challenge of a multi-day test that will demand everything from barbell cycling and gymnastics mastery to raw grit and endurance.
2025 Elite Female Competitors:
- Aline Wirz (Barbell Factory)
- Andra Moistus (GRIT Programming)
- Andrea Valenciano Toledano (Bluebird Fitness Club)
- Célia Girard (Handstand CrossFit)
- Chiara Salandra (CrossFit The Room)
- Claudia Gluck (CrossFit Grillen)
- Connie Easby (ShireFit West Yorkshire)
- Diana Pinchuk (Independent)
- Elisa Fuliano (Demantur Program)
- Emelie Lundberg (Boxen Bigsmile)
- Emma Fouchereau (CrossFit Caen)
- Erica Ekelund (CrossFit Highway)
- Hinatea Montebello (CrossFit BBT)
- Holly Tynan (CrossFit Aberdeen)
- Ingrid Tøndel (Kriger Training)
- Irmelin Olsson (TML CrossFit)
- Joana Skendaj (Independent)
- Julia Blazejowska (Willow Athlete)
- Karin Frey (Independent)
- Katharina Isele (Bens Gym)
- Laura Mugnier (CrossFit Minimes / CrossFit Kasta)
- Laura Pérez Marín (Bluebird Fitness Club)
- Laura Plaza González (FSC Training)
- Leah Storen (Kriger Training)
- Lisa Janin (CrossFit Genas)
- Lucia Borziani (CrossFit Mood)
- Lucy McGonigle (CrossFit Resplendent)
- Madeleine Persson (CrossFit Södra Wättern)
- Margaux Masset (CrossFit Genas)
- Marika Seppälä (CrossFit Lahti)
- Martina Borrini (Reaper Fitness)
- Mirjam Von Rohr (CrossFit ÖUF)
- Morgane Thyssens (CrossFit Nivelles)
- Nicole Heer (Limitless Power CrossFit)
- Patrícia Simões (Nortada CrossFit)
- Rikke Laursen (Box 7100)
- Rox Grootscholten (CrossFit Punt Uit)
- Sarah Massoni (Independent)
- Sofia Berntsen (CrossFit Oslo)
- Tayla Howe (CrossFit Chester Le Street)
This group includes athletes with CrossFit Games experience, regional titles, and national championships. French fans will be keeping a close eye on Claudia Gluck, Laura Mugnier, and Lisa Janin, who represent the home nation on a big stage.
Elite Male Athletes: Powerhouses from Across Europe (and Beyond)
The men’s field is no less impressive, with competitors hailing from powerhouse training camps and independent backgrounds alike. From podium finishers to dark horses, these 40 men are prepared to go all-in for three days of classic CrossFit intensity.
2025 Elite Male Competitors:
- Anestis Artemis (CrossFit Comradery Athens)
- Briant Guillaume (CrossFit Krios)
- Bronislaw Olenkowicz (CrossFit Strong House)
- Calum Clements (Independent)
- Đorđe Đurić (Crossbox Infinity)
- Eduardo Caferra (Evoltus Athletics)
- Eliott Genin (CrossFit Maladium)
- Enrico Zenoni (CrossFit Valax)
- Eric Zuchold (Athletenschmiede Kiel)
- Fabian Hermans (CrossFit Arnhem)
- Federico Marra (CrossFit Altessano)
- Giorgos Karavis (Campus CrossFit Kifissia)
- Giorgos Panaretakis (Independent)
- Gonzalo del Rio (Training Culture)
- Iurii Marincenco (Training Culture)
- Jan Arnd Finkenberg (Independent)
- Jules Castor (CrossFit Happy Hearts)
- Karl Feldmer (Wysh Fitness)
- Lenn Postel (North Gym Norderstedt)
- Leonardo Grottino (CrossFit 55049 VG)
- Luca Buisson (CFGAS CrossFit Grande Arche Station)
- Lucas Heuzé (CrossFit Genas)
- Ludvig Hahnsson (CrossFit Basement)
- Luis Cuellar (Independent)
- Luke Parker (CrossFit Mayhem Athlete)
- Marius Pettersen (CrossFit Oslo)
- Moritz Fiebig (CrossFit Sankt Pauli)
- Nika Maisuradze (CrossFit 148)
- Nikolas Saraliotis (Independent)
- Philroy Peters (CrossFit Wigan)
- Pierre Demule (CrossFit Genas)
- Quentin Gerald (CrossFit Hanuman)
- Romain Fellonneau (CrossFit Bordeaux)
- Ruben Leite (16.9 CrossFit)
- Sam Zerlik (CrossFit 33100)
- Ssg Kim (Independent)
- Sven Geens (CrossFit Merchtem)
- Tiago Luzes (CrossFit Odivelas)
- Uldis Upenieks (CrossFit Riga)
- Victor Helsinghof (CrossFit Oslo)
The men’s division features seasoned athletes like Bronislaw Olenkowicz and Moritz Fiebig alongside newer challengers like Lucas Heuzé and Quentin Gerald.
The Event: Three Days of Competition and Community
The French Throwdown is not just about elite competition. With thousands of fans, vendors, and partner activations, it has become a must-attend event for the CrossFit community in Europe. Beyond the competition floor, fans can look forward to:
- Vendor village and athlete meet-and-greets
- Live DJ sets and community workouts
- Equipment demos and exclusive apparel launches
- A chance to see future CrossFit Games stars in action
What’s Next?
With the complete athlete rosters confirmed, the focus now shifts to event programming and live competition. Will a dark horse rise? Will a known champion dominate? Only time—and the leaderboard—will tell.
