The shocking news arrives at a few days before the start of Rogue Invitational 2023, where he was supposed to compete. Annie Thorisdottir, who initially accepted the invitation, will no longer be able to participate in the event.
The reason? She is expecting her 2nd child!
The two-time CrossFit® ® Games champion has shared the news on his Instagram together with Frederik Aegidius and their daughter Freyja. He indicated the expiry date in the caption: 2 May 2024.
For which we won't see her on the floor of the Rogue Invitational nor in the 2024 CrossFit® ® Games season. Annie's replacement for the Rogue Invitational will be Shelby Neal, who placed 19th at the 2023 CrossFit® ® Games.
Annie Thorisdottir is the fourth female athlete among the top 15 of the Games not to participate at this year's Rogue Invitational. Emma Tall, Katrin Davidsdottir and Alexis Raptis they declined the invitation and will not compete in Austin.
Annie Thorisdottir biography
Annie Thorisdottir is a celebrated CrossFit® athlete originally from Iceland. Born on September 18, 1989 in Reykjavik, she has become one of the most influential and successful figures in the world of CrossFit®.
wHere is a short biography of Annie Thorisdottir:
- Beginning of career: Annie began training at a young age and competed in her first CrossFit® Games in 2009. She quickly gained attention for her exceptional athletic abilities and dedication to fitness.
- Successes in the CrossFit® Games: Annie Thorisdottir has become one of the top athletes in the CrossFit® Games, one of the premier events in the CrossFit® world. She won the title of “Fittest Woman on Earth” in 2011 and 2012. Furthermore, she was the first woman to win the title in two consecutive editions.
- Competitiveness with Katrin Davidsdottir: Annie Thorisdottir has a historic “rivalry” with another successful Icelandic CrossFit® athlete, Katrin Davidsdottir. This rivalry (only on the floor, because in reality they are best friends!) led to intense competition in the CrossFit® Games and helped solidify Annie's reputation as one of the strongest and most competitive athletes in the world of CrossFit®.
- Accidents and return: Throughout her career, Annie has faced various injuries that have forced her to interrupt her participation in several editions of the CrossFit® Games. However, she has always come back stronger, demonstrating her determination and resilience.
- Private life: she is married to Frederik Aegidius and gave birth to their first child in August 2020. For this reason she did not participate in the 2020 Games, but returned soon after in 2021.
- Career as an entrepreneur: In addition to her career as an athlete, Annie Thorisdottir has become a successful entrepreneur. She opened a CrossFit® gym in Iceland called “CrossFit® Reykjavik” and is involved in various fitness and wellness initiatives.
Annie Thorisdottir is admired not only for hers exceptional athletic abilities but also for his positive and inspiring personality. He helped spread the popularity of CrossFit® around the world and continues to be a leading figure in our community.
His story is an example of dedication, commitment and resilience in pursuing success in the world of sport.