CONTESTS
UPDATE: Chase Webb Wins 2019’s X Games Real Street
X Games’ 2019 Real Street contest is here. There’s some serious action in this year’s entries; but we’re thinking that Chase Webb should take home the Gold based on his ender alone. Judge for yourself below; and head over the X Games site to vote for your favorite if you’re so inclined.
UPDATE 05.04.19: Chase Webb took home the X Games Real Street Gold medal as we predicted last week, followed by Chris Joslin and Jamie Foy. Watch the behind-the-scenes segments on this year’s medalists above.
Image Via X Games
CONTESTS
Woodward West Brings Back Mano a Mano
Woodward West brings back the Mano A Mano tournament, bringing together 32 of the finest transition skaters from across the globe. The Mano a Mano 2023 thrilling single-elimination competition promises an exhilarating display of skill and talent on the iconic Mini Ramp.
In an exciting update for this year’s event, eight additional skilled skaters have been invited to join the women’s, elevating the total number of participants to 16.
Fans can look forward to witnessing intense head-to-head battles between the world’s best transition skaters. The S.K.A.T.E. format guarantees electrifying moments as competitors go trick-for-trick, pushing the boundaries of their abilities while showcasing their signature styles.
To heighten the excitement even further, organizers have introduced more bonus challenges, offering participants the opportunity to compete for cash prizes.
Mano A Mano 2023 promises to be an unforgettable spectacle, with Woodward West serving as the perfect backdrop for this extraordinary gathering of skateboarding talent.
Round 1 kicks off on June 5. Mark your calendars and get ready to witness the evolution of transition skateboarding at its finest.
Watch the bracket selection below to learn more about the Mano a Mano 2023 participants.
CONTESTS
Gabryel Aguilar and Roos Zwetsloot are Red Bull Conquest 2023 Champions
Gabryel Aguilar and Roos Zwetsloot won this year’s Red Bull Rio Conquest.
The contest has a head-to-head eliminator format that determines the new reigning champions of each tour stop.
Zwetsloot defeated Maria Lucia in the quarterfinals and Vitória Mendonça in the semis. In the finals, she faced and triumphed over Gabriela Mazetto.
This is Zwetsloot’s second Red Bull Conquest win.
Meanwhile, Aguilar battled Trevor McClung and Lucas Rabelo in the quarter and semi-finals. He defeated Giovanni Vianna in the finals.
Red Bull Rio Conquest is the third installment of our exhilarating skateboarding tour that celebrates the vibrant skate culture found in remarkable cities across the world.
Following the success of our events in Paris and Lisbon, Red Bull Conquest continues its tradition of showcasing a thrilling weekend skate competition set against the backdrop of meticulously recreated iconic skate spots from each host city.
These city-center showdowns bring together a fusion of top-notch local and international skateboarding talent, all vying for victory in an unpredictable event where any participant has a chance to claim the crown.
Setting itself apart from other street skate contests, Red Bull Conquest adopts a unique one-on-one sudden-death knockout format.
Skilled judges evaluate the riders’ overall impression during each intense three-minute jam rather than simply tallying up individual trick scores, ensuring an emphasis on creativity and style throughout the competition.
You can watch the replay at Red Bull Rio Conquest 2023.
CONTESTS
The World Skateboarding Tour Returns to Rome
Get ready for another exhilarating international street skateboarding event as the world-famous Italian capital, Rome gears up to host the much-anticipated World Skateboarding Tour (WST) – Street Skateboarding Rome 2023.
The event, taking place at the stunning Colle Oppio Park with a picturesque view of the iconic Colosseum, will be held from June 18 to June 25.
WST – Street Skateboarding Rome 2023 serves as the third street qualification event for the highly anticipated Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Skateboarding enthusiasts from around the globe will gather in Rome, showcasing their incredible skills and vying for the chance to secure a spot in the ultimate sporting extravaganza.
The competition promises to be a captivating spectacle as top skateboarders from various countries demonstrate their prowess in one of the most iconic skateboarding destinations in the world.
With its rich historical backdrop and vibrant skateboarding scene, Rome provides the perfect setting for the WST event.
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