The Competition

Freeride World Tour

What is Freeride World Tour? The FWT is the worldwide circuit of freeride snowboarding and skiing with the best riders in the world competing on the most legendary and challenging alpine faces and the most renowned ski resorts across the world.

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WHAT THE FWT?!

What the FWT is a film presented by Alpina Watches that unveils the astonishing story of the FWT, including a behind-the-scenes look into the colossal effort it takes to run an event.

WHat is Freeride World Tour?

For over 15 years, the FWT has been at the center of freeriding, helping to launch the careers of some of the biggest names in freeriding history. It has also been an integral part of the evolution of the sport itself, owing to the endless stream of young talent each year that brings new tricks and novel approaches to competition.

The FWT is an exciting and highly anticipated global circuit that takes place annually. In the year 2024, there will be a total of six thrilling events that will leave spectators in awe. These events bring together the most skilled and talented riders from all around the world, creating a truly international competition.

One of the key highlights of the FWT Pro is the opportunity for riders to showcase their skills on some of the most iconic and challenging alpine faces. These breathtaking locations are situated in renowned ski resorts that are known for their incredible slopes and stunning scenery. It is truly a sight to behold as riders conquer the slopes with their extraordinary talent and precision.

At the end of this exhilarating circuit, the FWT Champions are crowned. These champions are the epitome of excellence in freeriding, having demonstrated their exceptional abilities throughout the six events. There are four categories in which the champions are determined, ensuring that each discipline is given its due recognition.

To reach the ultimate stage of the FWT Pro, riders must first prove themselves in the initial five events. These events serve as qualifiers for the highly anticipated FWT Final. It is during this phase that the riders showcase their skills and strive to secure their spot in the final competition. The ranking for the initial round is based on the best three results out of the five events, ensuring that consistency is rewarded.

Only the top riders, who have displayed unparalleled talent and determination, will receive invitations to participate in the prestigious FWT Finals. This event brings together the crème de la crème of freeriding, creating an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation. The final ranking for FWT Pro is determined by the four best results out of the six events, ensuring that every event matters and adds to the overall outcome.

In summary, the FWT Pro is a thrilling and prestigious global circuit that showcases the very best in freeriding. With its incredible locations, talented riders, and intense competition, it is a must-see event for all fans of extreme sports and adrenaline-pumping action.

2024 FWT Champions

Ski Women

Hedvig Wessel

FWT veteran Hedvig Wessel claimed her maiden FWT title in the Ski Women’s, after multiple runner-up finishes in the past. She has worked extremely hard over the years, and has been a key contributor to pushing the level of the sport.
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Snowboard Men

Victor De Le Rue

Victor De Le Rue was crowned World Champion at the 2024 Fieberbrunn Pro, securing the title one competition ahead the YETI Xtreme Verbier. Victor’s FWT season has been remarkably consistent, winning four events out of four and showcasing his incredible talent, technique and smart riding style. This is Victor’s third title, equaling his older brother and freeride legend Xavier de Le Rue.
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Snowboard Women

Erin Sauve

Erin Sauve dropped a whopping score to take the YETI Xtreme Verbier win and leapfrog ahead to take the FWT crown in her maiden FWT season. She lined up two huge cliffs out of the gates with exceptional board control before linking multiple turns and another cliff.
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Ski men

Max Hitzig

Max Hitzig and Marcus Goguen – went toe to two all season, culminating in a show-stopping performance today in Verbier. Incredibly, both athletes are competing in just their second season on the FWT, but they always look at home in the big mountains. It was Max who edged ahead today with his podium finish, claiming the overall ranking win, with Marcus close behind.
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Freeride world tour rules

The rules are in place to ensure the safety of the athletes, the fairness of competition and, ultimately, to promote the best freeriding in the arena of live competition.

FWT RULEBOOK

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