Two other Semifinals have come to an end in the past weeks, let's talk about Mid-Atlantic CrossFit® Challenge (MACC) and Fittest In Cape Town, who awarded six more athletes to the 2022 Nobull CrossFit® Games for each category.
We've done a quick recap of each of these Semi-Finals, here's it all:
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Mid-Atlantic CrossFit® Challenge (MACC)
The MACC is located in the country of origin of our sport and gave the possibility for 5 athletes (per category) to win an invitation to Madison. Although it seems easier to qualify, this race has a very high level of competitiveness.
After all, there were a lot of big names in the running. Proof of this are those who managed to qualify in what is one of the hardest-fought semi-finals.
Unfortunately Scott Panchik was injured at the Syndicate Crown and he won't be able to go to Madison, but if he could have made it, we could have see all three brothers compete together at the CrossFit® Games.
Saxon Panchik not only qualified but took first place, followed by Dallin Pepper, Cole Sager, Noah Olsen and brother Spencer Panchik.
For women Danielle Brandon took first place, followed by the only Canadian accredited so far, Sydney Michalyshen and Baylee Rayl, Brooke Wells and Rebecca Fuselier.
The highlight was the incredible recovery of Brooke, who injured her elbow last year during the race snatch at the Games.
While for teams Rich Froening's teams look set to dominate the category, as another Mayhem team snagged a seat at Madison. This time it was the team Mayhem Independence, followed by CrossFit® Shoofly Storm Squadron, Kamo Athletics CrossFit® and CrossFit® Kilo II.
Fittest in Cape Town
The result of Fittest in Cape Town surprised many, at least in the men's category. With only one place qualifying for the Games, victory was expected to go to Jason Smith.
Yet, this year, it has been surpassed by Kealan Henry, who managed to win three of six workouts and come out on top. This surprised many people… After a long period of sovereignty, Smith will not participate in this year's Games.
In the field female, it was Michelle Merand who got a place at the Games, after winning two races.
Finally, the CrossFit® Commit Okavango team came out on top and managed to bring home the victory, winning the invitation to Madison.