The Bologna Throwdown 2024 has concluded, leaving behind an electrifying atmosphere and unforgettable memories. This weekend, the 16 and 17 March, the Pederzini sports center it was the scene of a competition that put athletes from all over Italy to the test, in a last-gasp battle to conquer the podium of the second edition of this absolute level fitness competition.
with cfive workouts plus the final, the athletes were subjected to grueling tests that assessed their abilities in every domain: endurance, bodyweight, strength, power and mixed modality.
Only the top twelve athletes had the opportunity to compete in the final, a last-ditch effort to prove who was most deserving of standing on the top step of the podium.
Index
Wod of the final: San Petronio
INDY: For Time – 10min
- Buy in: 45 m handstand walk
Then
- 15 toes to ring
- 3/2 ring muscle ups
- 9 snatch
- 15 toes to ring
- 6/4 ring muscle ups
- 6 snatches
- 15 toes to ring
- 9/6 ring muscle ups
- 3 snatches
Run to finish line
TEAM: 3 rounds per time – 13 min
- 20 hspu
- 10 synchro c2b
- 20 box jump overs
- 10 synchro snatches
Run to finish line
The weekend proved intense, with tears of effort and joy mingling among participants and spectators, creating an atmosphere of community and mutual support that is at the heart of the spirit of competitive fitness.
Who won the Bologna Throwdown 2024?
The results speak for themselves: from the dynamism of the beginner teams, through the energy of the regular men and women, to the experience of the masters and the elite of the competitors, each category had its champions.
Team Beginner MM category:
- The Avengers (Cerberus CrossFit®) – Lombardi Francesco and Pesce Matteo
- Team Liss&Stefano (CrossFit® Rovigo) – Jeverdan Ionel and Lazzarin Stefano
- The Newbies (Trouble Under CrossFit®) – Gabellini Iacopo and Piva Pietro
Team Beginner MW category:
- I Argued With My Wife (CrossFit® Alkimia) – Bertini Sara and Laouibi Abdelali
- #Humility (CrossFit® Sassuolo and CrossFit® 41100) – Ferrone Giovanni and Spitaleri Alessia
- Bombillas Team (CrossFit® Asinelli) – Benedetto Pablo Esteban and Mingozi Francesca
Regular Men Category:
- Simone Giuliani (CrossGym Chieti)
- Massimo Benedetti (CrossFit® La Spezia)
- Marco Meggiorin (CrossFit® Redfox)
Regular Women Category:
- Sara Stelmi
- Francesca Vincenzi (CrossFit® Lago Maggiore)
- Irma Grizzetti (CrossFit® Venegono Inferiore)
Master 35 Men Category:
- Alessio Topa (Bola Club)
- Alessandro Paolini (Spazio CrossFit® 62010)
- Lorenzo Ranalli (CrossFit®774)
Master 35 Women Category:
- Khryshtyna Bagai (Elite Fitness Club)
- Serena Sbaffoni (CrossFit® Aroma)
- Francesca Grieco (CrossFit® 2912 Elite)
Master 40 Men Category:
- Nicola Fiorenza (East Box Jesi)
- Stefano Faravelli (Hatlex Desio)
- Carlo Fabris (CrossFit® Black Phoenix)
Elite Women Category:
- Francesca Ambrosini (CrossFit® Team 059)
- Silvia Licchelli
- Angelica Schivo (Warriors and Barbells)
Elite Men Category:
- Iurii Marincenco
- Andrea Basso (CrossFit® In Pectore)
- Alberto Bianco (Hatlex Desio)
Bologna Throwdown 2024 ha confirmed expectations: an impeccably organized event, which offered challenging but fun workouts, and an environment full of sportsmanship and enthusiasm.
We are already looking to the future with great enthusiasm: next year the Bologna Throwdown promises to outdo itself again, with a new format which includes two halls to host workouts at the same time, one dedicated to individuals and the other to teams, with a final that will see everyone together on the competition field.
A novelty that further raises the bar, waiting to discover new talents and once again celebrate the indomitable spirit of fitness athletes.
Congratulations to all the participants of the Bologna Throwdown 2024! Their commitment and performances made this event a true sporting spectacle, reaffirming the value of fitness as a discipline that tests the body, mind and spirit. We look forward to next year's edition, ready to experience new emotions and celebrate new victories together.