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2024 Rogue Invitational: Full Competitor List, Event Schedule, and Legends Return (Starts Today!)

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Julien Raby

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The 2024 Rogue Invitational is set to take place at P&J Live in Aberdeen, Scotland, from November 8-10. 

This year marks a major milestone for the prestigious CrossFit event as it steps outside of the United States for the first time in its six-year history. 

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Known for being the largest off-season CrossFit competition, the Invitational promises three days of fierce competition with an impressive prize purse and a lineup of elite CrossFit, Strongman, and Strongwoman athletes.

How to Watch the Rogue Invitational Online

For fans eager to follow the action from home, Rogue has made it easy:

  • YouTube Live Stream: All events will be streamed live on Rogue’s YouTube channel, providing free coverage for CrossFit, Strongman, and Strongwoman divisions.
  • Iron Game Premium Access: For an upgraded experience, the Iron Game Premium package offers exclusive features, including multiple live feeds, interactive Q&As, VR access, and multiview screens. This package is available for an additional fee.

Attend in Person: Tickets and Access

For fans wanting to witness the Rogue Invitational in person, weekend passes and single-day tickets are available for purchase. 

The P&J Live venue in Aberdeen offers a unique setting, with comfortable seating and premium views of the action, bringing fans closer to the world-class athletes competing this weekend.

2024 Rogue Invitational Event Schedule

The Rogue Invitational features a rigorous schedule of events, designed to push athletes to their limits. Here’s a look at the schedule for each day, with events spanning a mix of endurance, strength, and technical challenges.

Friday, November 8

  1. Event 1: Quick Sand
    • Time: 12:30 p.m. GMT | 7:30 a.m. EST
    • Format: 10 rounds for time
    • Workout: Sandbag carry and 400-meter run
  2. Event 2: North Sea Tiger
    • Time: 3:45 p.m. GMT | 10:45 a.m. EST
    • Workout: 32/26 calories on Echo Bike, 16 ring muscle-ups, 8 squat snatches (225/160 pounds), and 6 shuttle sprints
  3. Event 3: Braveheart
    • Time: 7:15 p.m. GMT | 2:15 p.m. EST
    • Workout: 8-6-4-2 reps of wall walk complex and back squat (375/260 pounds)

Saturday, November 9

  1. Event 4: Hunting Haggis
    • Time: 10:40 a.m. GMT | 5:40 a.m. EST
    • Workout: 1000-meter row, 30 thrusters (135/95 pounds), 30/20 log muscle-ups, repeat 30 thrusters, and 1000-meter row
  2. Event 5: Devil’s Tail
    • Time: 1:30 p.m. GMT | 8:00 a.m. EST
    • Workout: Repeated sets of 3 rope climbs and 21 single-arm Cyr Bell devil presses (100/70 pounds)
  3. Event 6
    • Time: 4:00 p.m. GMT | 11:00 a.m. EST
    • Details: To be announced

Sunday, November 10

  1. Event 7: Gondola
    • Time: 11:10 a.m. GMT | 6:10 a.m. EST
    • Workout: Peg board, calorie SkiErg, and GHD combinations
  2. Event 8: Tight Rope
    • Time: 1:25 p.m. GMT | 8:25 a.m. EST
    • Workout: 3 rounds of heavy rope double-unders, single-arm Cyr Bell overhead lunges, and handstand walks
  3. Event 9
    • Time: 2:45 p.m. GMT | 9:45 a.m. EST
    • Details: To be announced

Athletes Competing in Aberdeen: Full Roster

This year’s lineup is packed with top-tier talent from the CrossFit, Strongman, and Strongwoman scenes. The CrossFit Individual division includes 40 athletes—some qualifying through “The Q,” Rogue’s online qualifier, while others earned invitations based on a points system. 

Women’s CrossFit Competitors

  1. Arielle Loewen
  2. Maddie Sturt
  3. Paige Semenza
  4. Amanda Barnhart
  5. Haley Adams
  6. Emily Rolfe
  7. Emma McQuaid
  8. Brooke Wells
  9. Alex Gazan
  10. Alexis Raptis
  11. Danielle Brandon
  12. Gabi Migała
  13. Laura Horvath
  14. Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr
  15. Manon Angonese 
  16. Sydney Wells 
  17. Taylor Williamson 
  18. Emma Tall 
  19. Tayla Howe 
  20. Dana Paran

Men’s CrossFit Competitors

  1. Justin Medeiros
  2. James Sprague
  3. Sam Kwant
  4. Jonne Koski
  5. Brent Fikowski
  6. Chandler Smith
  7. Jay Crouch
  8. Dallin Pepper
  9. Noah Ohlsen
  10. Ricky Garard
  11. Jayson Hopper
  12. Bjorgvin Karl Gudmundsson
  13. Roman Khrennikov
  14. Pat Vellner
  15. Jeff Adler
  16. Giorgos Karavis
  17. Sam Cournoyer
  18. Guilherme Malheiros
  19. Henrik Haapalainen
  20. Jorge Fernandez

Legends Division: Honoring CrossFit Icons

The Rogue Invitational Legends Division is returning to the stage in 2024, bringing together 16 of the most accomplished and beloved athletes in CrossFit history. 

This roster celebrates former champions, long-time Games competitors, and iconic figures who have shaped the sport over the years. 

Among them are five former Fittest on Earth titleholders, and together, they’ve made an astounding 94 appearances at the CrossFit Games. 

Many have stood on the podium in some of the most challenging years of CrossFit, covering nearly every Games season from 2007 to 2021.

Here’s a closer look at this year’s Legends Division roster, which includes both male and female CrossFit icons.

Women’s Legends Competitors

  • Annie Sakamoto
    Known as one of CrossFit’s “Nasty Girls,” Sakamoto competed as an individual in 2011, finishing ninth. She later found great success as a Master’s athlete, securing three podium finishes, including first place in the 45-49 division in 2021. She’s also celebrated for being the namesake of the benchmark CrossFit workout “Annie.”
  • Kari Pearce
    With seven consecutive CrossFit Games appearances from 2015 to 2021, Pearce is remembered for her resilience and standout performances. Her most notable achievement was a third-place finish in 2020, where she dominated the final event, “Atalanta.”
  • Kristan Clever
    Clever was crowned Fittest Woman on Earth in 2010, and she nearly repeated the feat in 2011, finishing second. Known for her consistency, Clever also won back-to-back CrossFit Open titles in 2011 and 2012.
  • Kristin Holte
    Holte’s CrossFit career includes eight Games appearances, with five top-10 finishes and a second-place overall finish in 2019. Despite retiring from competition, Holte continues to impact the sport by coaching top athletes through her program, Kriger Training.
  • Margaux Alvarez
    Alvarez competed in seven consecutive Games from 2013 to 2019, excelling both as an individual and as part of the Invictus X team. Her highest individual finish was ninth place.
  • Rebecca Voigt Miller
    Nicknamed CrossFit’s “Iron Woman,” Voigt Miller has competed in 16 Games, spanning individual and Masters divisions. She achieved her best individual finish, third place, in 2011 and continues to inspire with multiple podium finishes as a Masters competitor.
  • Samantha Briggs
    Known as the “Engine from England,” Briggs won the title of Fittest Woman on Earth in 2013 and had two additional podium finishes as a Masters athlete. In 2023, she captured first place in the 40-44 Masters division.
  • Tanya Wagner
    Wagner’s two CrossFit Games appearances were monumental: she placed second in 2008 and then won the title of Fittest Woman on Earth in 2009. Her early success helped define the competitive spirit of the sport.

Men’s Legends Competitors

  • Ben Smith
    With 11 Games appearances and a 2015 Fittest Man on Earth title, Smith is one of CrossFit’s most accomplished athletes. He currently coaches two-time Rogue Invitational champion Laura Horvath and second-place Games finisher Gabriela Migala.
  • Chris Spealler
    Known for his endurance and grit, Spealler competed in the first seven Games, achieving a career-best third-place finish in 2010. He also reached the Masters podium with a third-place finish in 2017.
  • Dan Bailey
    Bailey was a consistent performer in his five Games appearances, each time finishing in the top 10. His best result was a fourth-place finish in 2015, his final individual Games appearance.
  • Josh Bridges
    Bridges, a former Navy SEAL, is celebrated for his competitive drive and memorable performances. With multiple top-10 finishes, he’s remained a fan favorite throughout his CrossFit career.
  • Tommy Hackenbruck
    Hackenbruck is a versatile competitor, known for his strength and adaptability. He was a strong individual athlete and led his team to success in multiple Games appearances.
  • Jason Khalipa
    Khalipa is a CrossFit legend, winning the title of Fittest Man on Earth in 2008 and continuing to compete at the top level for nearly a decade. He’s known for his athleticism and his contributions to the growth of CrossFit as a sport.
  • Mikko Salo
    Salo captured the title of Fittest Man on Earth in 2009, setting a standard for strength and determination. Despite injury setbacks, his competitive spirit and impact on the sport remain influential.
  • Rich Froning
    A four-time Fittest Man on Earth, Froning’s dominance in the sport is unrivaled. His athleticism and leadership continue to inspire both fans and athletes worldwide.

The Prize Purse and Unique Funding Model

The Rogue Invitational offers one of the largest prize purses of the off-season, designed with both cash and cryptocurrency components:

  • Cash Investment: Rogue has invested $1 million in cash as a base prize pool.
  • Bitcoin Stake: An additional $275,000 in Bitcoin (purchased at $35,000 per coin) was added to allow potential growth, with final payouts based on the Bitcoin’s value at the purse’s close.
  • Additional Contributions: Ticket sales, qualifier fees, and merchandise proceeds from the Rogue Invitational T-shirt and GORUCK Ballistic Trainers add further funds to the purse.

Here’s the prize breakdown for CrossFit, Strongman, and Strongwoman competitors, with prizes from $262,687.18 for first place to $6,109 for those finishing between 10th and 20th.

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