2025 French Throwdown CrossFit Semifinal Results

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Europe’s Elite Battle in Montpellier: Fiebig and Fuliano Take Top Honors​

The 2025 French Throwdown CrossFit Semifinal, held May 9–11 in Montpellier, France, delivered one of the most electric competitions on the European stage. As the second and final in-person European Semifinal, this event featured many of the continent’s top contenders fighting for a limited number of coveted tickets to the 2025 CrossFit Games.

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Men's Division Recap: Fiebig Dominates, Olenkowicz and Clements Qualify​

Germany’s Moritz Fiebig claimed victory with 624 points, continuing his dominance after already securing a Games spot at Wodland Fest. Since he had already qualified, the Games tickets went to the next two finishers: Bronislaw Olenkowicz and Calum Clements.

• Bronislaw Olenkowicz — 592 pts (Qualified): Two event wins and consistent top-tier finishes until a drop-off in the final rounds.
• Calum Clements — 552 pts (Qualified): A comeback story — surged in the second half with key finishes in Events 6 & 8.

Top 10 Men’s Final Leaderboard​

Rank	Athlete	Points	Qualification
1	Moritz Fiebig	624	Already Qualified
2	Bronislaw Olenkowicz	592	Qualified
3	Calum Clements	552	Qualified
4	Nika Maisuradze	538	—
5	Fabian Hermans	526	—
6	Jan Arnd Finkenberg	502	—
7	Giorgos Karavis	498	—
8	Eric Zuchold	480	—
9	Sven Geens	478	—
10	Anestis Artemis	460	—

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Women’s Division Recap: Fuliano Wins, Gluck and McGonigle Advance​

Elisa Fuliano delivered a commanding performance, winning the Throwdown with 664 points. However, having skipped the 2025 CrossFit Open, she was ineligible for Games qualification.

• Claudia Gluck — 592 pts (Qualified): Former Games athlete, hungry for a stronger finish this year.
• Lucy McGonigle — 554 pts (Qualified): The young phenom breaks into the adult division and books her ticket to Madison.

Top 10 Women’s Final Leaderboard​

Rank	Athlete	Points	Qualification
1	Elisa Fuliano	664	Ineligible (No Open)
2	Claudia Gluck	592	Qualified
3	Lucy McGonigle	554	Qualified
4	Aline Wirz	534	—
5	Andra Moistus	518	—
6	Joana Skendaj	514	—
7	Tayla Howe	512	—
8	Morgane Thyssens	470	—
9	Mirjam von Rohr	462	—
10	Leah Storen	424	—

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Event-by-Event Breakdown and Notable Performances​

Event 1: Triathlon Grinder​

• Men: Eric Zuchold wins in 18:24.1
• Women: Katharina Isele leads with 16:18.3

Event 2: Heavy Dumbbell Madness​

• Men: Anestis Artemis finishes in 03:58.1
• Women: Mirjam Von Rohr dominates in 03:58.6

Event 3: Wall Ball and Deadlift Gauntlet​

• Men: Bronislaw Olenkowicz edges Eric Zuchold by 0.3s
• Women: Fuliano crushes in 10:40.5

Event 4: Handstand & Double Under Complex​

• Men: Nika Maisuradze clocks 10:07.3
• Women: Andra Moistus wins with 11:29.1

Event 5: Heavy Isabel​

• Men: Olenkowicz crushes 30 snatches at 100kg in 03:45.9
• Women: Fuliano unstoppable again — 03:47.6

Event 6: Echo Bike + Bar Muscle Ups​

• Men: Calum Clements leads in 03:30.1
• Women: Claudia Gluck finishes fastest at 04:38.0

Event 7: Nancy FTD​

• Men: Zuchold wins again in 09:08.5
• Women: Moistus finishes strong in 09:30.2

Event 8: Finale Showdown​

• Men: Fiebig seals his win with a time of 03:32.2
• Women: Moistus again with top time at 04:28.2

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Qualification Implications and Upcoming Semifinals​

With the 2025 French Throwdown complete, only six in-person CrossFit Semifinals remain. The race to Madison heats up with limited slots available.

Remaining Semifinal Events:​

Event	Dates	Location	Qualifying Spots
The Fittest Experience	May 16–18	Oklahoma City, OK	2M / 2W
Rebel Renegade Games	May 29–June 1	Vanderbijlpark, SA	1M / 1W
Far East Throwdown	May 30–June 1	Busan, South Korea	1M / 1W
Syndicate Crown	May 30–June 1	Knoxville, TN	2M / 2W
Torian Pro	May 30–June 1	Brisbane, Australia	2M / 2W
NorCal Classic	June 6–8	Sacramento, CA	2M / 2W