2024 Wodapalooza Miami: A Comprehensive Recap and Analysis

[Kayce]

The 2024 Wodapalooza Miami, a cornerstone event in the CrossFit calendar, concluded with a showcase of extraordinary talent and determination. Held from January 11th to 14th, this event marked the beginning of the competitive CrossFit season, drawing in elite athletes from around the globe.

Overview of the Event​

Spanning four days, the Wodapalooza Miami tested athletes through a series of grueling events. Each segment was designed to push the competitors to their limits, combining strength, agility, and strategy.

Elite Individual Competitions: A Closer Look​

The Elite Individual category was the highlight, featuring 40 men and 40 women. These athletes battled across five challenging events, each bringing a unique mix of CrossFit disciplines.

Standout Performances and Victories​

Ricky Garard and Emma Cary emerged as champions in their respective divisions. Garard’s consistent performance and tactical prowess earned him a well-deserved victory, while Cary showcased her exceptional skills, edging out her competitors with a narrow 6-point lead.

Detailed Results​

• Women's Division Top Contenders:
  • Emma Cary: 458 points
  • Gabriela Migała: 452 points
  • Danielle Brandon: 435.5 points
• Men's Division Top Contenders:
  • Ricky Garard: 440 points
  • Brent Fikowski: 420.5 points
  • Samuel Kwant: 413 points

Event Highlights and Analysis​

Event 1: "Double or Nothin'"​

This event tested athletes on their lifting capabilities, combining a snatch and a hang snatch.

• Outstanding Performers:
  • Julia Hannaford and Dani Speegle in the women’s division
  • Guilherme Malheiros in the men’s division

Event 2: "Cortadito"​

A combination of parallel bar dips, deadlifts, front squats, and bar-facing burpees. This event required both strength and endurance.

• Top Finishers:
  • Arielle Loewen dominated the women's category
  • Colten Mertens led the men’s category

Event 3: "Deja Vu"​

A unique format with an AMRAP followed by a time-capped event.

• Notable Achievements:
  • Emma Cary and Ricky Garard both excelled in their respective divisions

Event 4: "Wipe Out"​

This event introduced swimming to the mix, adding a challenging twist.

• Swimming Specialists:
  • Grace Walton in the women's division
  • James Sprague in the men's division

Event 5: "El Circo"​

The final event tested athletes on a range of skills, including rope climbs and handstand walks.

• Final Showdown:
  • Danielle Brandon won the women’s event
  • Brent Fikowski claimed the men’s event

Closing Remarks and Future Prospects​

The 2024 Wodapalooza Miami has set the tone for the upcoming CrossFit season. It’s clear that the level of competition is higher than ever, promising an exciting year ahead in the world of strength sports.


Women
Emma Cary — 458 points
Gabriela Migała — 452 points
Danielle Brandon — 435.5 points
Arielle Loewen — 396.5 points
Rebecka Vitesson — 362 points
Andra Moistus — 328 points
Sydney Wells — 324.5 points
Elizabeth Wishart — 312.5 points
Rebecca Fuselier — 303.5 points
Emily Rolfe — 303.5 points
Lexi Neely — 299 points
Julia Hannaford — 294 points
Freya Moosbrugger — 287 points
Abigail Domit — 284.5 points
Grace Walton — 279.5 points
Jessica Androsik — 246 points
Olivia Kerstetter — 235 points
Feeroozeh Saghafi — 233 points
Dani Speegle — 225.5 points
Nina Vragovic — 210.5 points
Christee Hollard — 207 points
Nicolette Torreggiani — 205.5 points
Margaux Masset — 196 points
Keara Napoli — 193 points
Stacy Lerum — 185 points
Elena Carratala Sanahuja — 178 points
Callista Lang — 178 points
Emily De Rooy — 173 points
Caroline Stanley — 168.5 points
Ro Scott — 165 points
Bergros Bjornsdottir — 161 points
Gabrielle Spenst — 158 points
Allison Weiss — 154 points
Katie Canning — 150 points
Emily Rethwill — 144 points
Briony Challis — 123 points
Ellia Miller — 105 points
Becca Merritt — 71 points
Ashley Shoemaker — 50 points
Matilde Oyen Garnes — Withdrew


Men
Ricky Garard — 440 points
Brent Fikowski — 420.5 points
Samuel Kwant — 413 points
Patrick Vellner — 384.5 points
Jack Farlow — 372.5 points
Samuel Cournoyer — 371 points
James Sprague — 366.5 points
Roman Khrennikov — 338 points
Guilherme Malheiros — 333 points
Spencer Panchik — 316 points
CJ Gerald — 301 points
Harry Lightfoot — 288 points
Colten Mertens — 283 points
Austin Hatfield — 281 points
Jack Rozema — 259.5 points
Lucas Heuze — 258.5 points
Luke Parker — 255 points
Henrik Haapalainen — 254 points
Nick Mathew — 246 points
Jacob Heart — 244.5 points
John Wood — 233 points
Travon Benton — 231.5 points
Kaique Cerveny — 207 points
Bronislaw Olenkowicz — 200 points
Kalyan Ribeiro De Souza — 196 points
William Bennett — 195 points
Evan Rogers — 194.5 points
Alex Vigneault — 184 points
Drake Lewis — 178.5 points
Connor Voltz — 155 points
Antonios Makaronas — 145 points
Juan Ignacio Sforzini — 135 points
Arturo Torres — 121 points
Nikita Yundov — 107 points
Tanner Balazs — 97 points
Francis Pelletier — 67 points
Joshua Hong — 62 points
Martin Feiferlik — 54 points
Guilherme Domingues — 35 points
Kevin Jurs — Withdrew
Alexandre Caron — Withdrew