World Fitness Project Unveils Star-Studded Lineup: Who Made the Cut?
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The World Fitness Project (WFP) is making waves in the fitness world. This weekend, the league announced its first wave of professional athletes, signing some of the biggest names in the sport to lucrative contracts for its inaugural 2025 season. Chandler Smith, Alex Gazan, Brooke Wells, and Pat Vellner are among the confirmed “Pro” athletes.
But who else will be joining this elite group? The WFP is offering 20 men’s and 20 women’s pro contracts, reportedly worth five to six figures (up to $100,000). These athletes will compete in three WFP events throughout the year, alongside 10 “Challenger” athletes at each competition.
According to Brooke Wells, one of the confirmed athletes, “the signed athletes are essentially the top 20 women and 20 men in the world.”
Sources indicate that every athlete approached by the WFP accepted the offer.This isn’t surprising,considering the guaranteed prize money for three competitions in 2025,and the fact that the contracts aren’t exclusive,allowing athletes to also compete in the 2025 CrossFit Games season.
But how did the WFP define ”top 20″? CrossFit’s worldwide ranking system hasn’t been updated as the semifinals, making it an unlikely choice. Furthermore, as an independent association, the WFP is unlikely to rely on a CrossFit-affiliated ranking system.
while previous years’ CrossFit Games top 20 provided a reasonable proxy, numerous top athletes withdrew from the 2024 Games, rendering that method unreliable. Other ranking systems, like Barclay Dale’s comprehensive database, haven’t been used for official competitions, making them less suitable for the WFP’s selection process.
This leaves the Rogue Invitational Qualifying System as the most likely candidate. This multi-year system incorporates results from the CrossFit Games, Rogue Invitational, CrossFit Open, and CrossFit Quarterfinals. It’s widely respected within the community and generally reflects the top athletes globally.The only drawback is that newer athletes might lack the extensive history needed for a high ranking.
Rogue Invitational Qualifying System Rankings: Potential WFP Athletes
Men
- Jeff Adler
- Pat Vellner (confirmed)
- Justin Medeiros
- Ricky Garard
- Dallin Pepper
- Jayson hopper
- Roman Khrennikov
- Jay Crouch
- Bjorgvin Karl Gudmundsson
- Noah Ohlsen
- Chandler Smith (confirmed)
- sam Kwant
- Jonne Koski
- Saxon Panchik
- Travis Mayer
- Gui Malheiros
- james Sprague
- Sam Cournoyer
This list, based on the rogue Invitational Qualifying System, offers a strong indication of who might complete the WFP’s inaugural roster. The coming weeks will undoubtedly bring further announcements,keeping the fitness world on the edge of its seats.
CrossFit Games 2025: Who Will Make the WFP Roster?
The crossfit Games are just around the corner, and speculation is running rampant about which athletes will secure coveted spots on the World Programming (WFP) roster. This year’s roster predictions present some intriguing scenarios,particularly given recent retirements and injuries.
Men’s Roster Predictions
Several top contenders are expected to make the cut. jelle Hoste is a strong contender, and the inclusion of Luka Ðukić is anticipated. However, the absence of Brent Fikowski is notable. While athletes are typically removed from active lists upon retirement, Fikowski’s removal predates his official retirement proclamation, raising some eyebrows. “I would have expected him to remain on the “active” list until he didn’t register to compete,” notes one analyst.
Henrik Haapalainen’s absence is due to an Achilles tendon rupture suffered at the 2024 Rogue Invitational, ruling him out of contention. This opens the door for potential replacements, with Cole Sager and Cole Greashaber being prime candidates. However, another athlete’s decision to sit out the 2025 season coudl also impact the roster.
One expert predicts Luka Ðukić will secure a WFP contract. “Yes, I expect Luka Ðukić to be on the list of athletes who are signed to the WFP,” they stated.
Women’s Roster Predictions
The women’s division presents its own set of uncertainties. While Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr and laura Horvath are expected to be included, Gabi migala’s injury likely removes her from contention. The status of Annie Thorisdottir and Emma Cary remains unclear. “The women’s top 20 has a few more unknowns,” an expert points out. “Like Haapalainen I would expect Gabi Migala to not receive an invite,only because of her injury. But what about Annie Thorisdottir? Is she done competing? And what about Emma Cary?”
Assuming thorisdottir and Cary are not competing, three spots remain open. Maddie Sturt and Bethany Flores, ranked #21 and #22 respectively, are strong contenders. The final spot is a wildcard, with a surprising prediction emerging. “I’m going to go out on a limb and say Sydney Wells,” one analyst boldly predicts. “We know Brooke Wells and Will Moorad are good friends and even have somewhat of an athlete/coach relationship. Could that relationship mean that twin sister Sydney gets an invite even though she is ranked #44 on Rogue’s rankings? I’m going to predict…yes.”
The exclusion of promising athletes like Austin Hatfield, Gracie Walton, and Aimee Cringle highlights a potential drawback of relying solely on Rogue’s rankings. However, the top 20 athletes have consistently demonstrated high-level performance over the years.
Ultimately, only time will tell how accurate these predictions are. “Do you agree with my predictions? I guess we will find out how accurate I am over the coming days…” the analyst concludes.
Decoding the World fitness project Roster: A Fitness Expert’s Take
The World Fitness Project (WFP) is shaking things up in the fitness community. This weekend, they made headlines by announcing their first wave of professional athletes, inking deals with some of the biggest names in the sport. We’re talking Chandler Smith, Alex gazan, Brooke Wells, Pat Vellner— you name it. But the question everyone’s asking is: who else is joining this elite crew?
The Mystery Behind the Top 20 Rankings
Here to shed some light on this puzzle is Michael Johnson, a fitness analyst with years of experience in CrossFit and a keen eye for athlete potential. Michael, thanks for joining us.
Michael Johnson: Thanks for having me. the WFP is offering 20 coveted pro contracts in both men’s and women’s divisions, which represent a massive opportunity for athletes.
Senior Editor: absolutely! Sources indicate every athlete approached by the WFP has accepted their offer. That speaks volumes about the prestige and financial appeal of these contracts, especially since they’re not exclusive and athletes can compete in the 2025 CrossFit Games as well.
Michael Johnson: Exactly. But the real question is, how did the WFP determine their top 20? CrossFit’s worldwide ranking system isn’t updated yet, and the league itself is independent, so it’s unlikely they relied on CrossFit’s system.
Crushing the Rankings Code: Rogue Invitational Qualifying System
Senior editor: So how do you think they identified these elite athletes?
Michael Johnson: I believe the WFP likely used the Rogue Invitational Qualifying System.This comprehensive system incorporates results from multiple competitions, including the CrossFit Games, Rogue Invitational, CrossFit Open, and CrossFit Quarterfinals. It’s widely respected within the fitness community and provides a solid picture of the top global athletes.
Senior Editor: That makes sense. It truly seems like the most logical approach.But are there any predictions you’d like to make? Which athletes stick out to you?
Michael Johnson:
On the men’s side, guys like Justin Medeiros, Ricky garard, Dallin Pepper, Roman Khrennikov, and Chandler Smith, who has already been confirmed, are all shoo-ins.Don’t be surprised to see Bjorgvin Karl gudmundsson, Noah Ohlsen, and Travis Mayer make the cut too.
Senior Editor: What about the women’s division? Any front-runners?
Michael Johnson: Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr and Laura Horvath are practically guaranteed spots. Gabi Migala’s injury regrettably takes her out of the running, but keep an eye on Maddie Sturt and Bethany Flores, they’re ranking high and coudl snag those coveted spots. there’s also a wildcard: could we see Sydney wells on the roster? Her twin sister, brooke, is already confirmed, and they have a close relationship with Will Moorad who’s a key figure in the WFP. It’s a long shot but wouldn’t be surprising.
The Future of the WBitest
Senior Editor: This is engaging insight,Michael. It sounds like the WFP is assembling a truly impressive roster of athletes. Any predictions about how this new league will reshape the fitness landscape?
Michael Johnson: The WFP is tearing down existing barriers and offering athletes new avenues for success.We’re going to see more specialized training, exciting competition formats, and ultimately, a wider audience tuning in to witness the amazing talent in fitness. It’s a highly anticipated debut, and I can’t wait to see it unfold.
Senior Editor: Thanks for your expertise, Michael. This was illuminating.We’ll be watching closely as the WFP roster reveals itself in the coming days and weeks.
