A Legendary Venue for the FWT23 Xtreme Verbier
FWT23 Xtreme Verbier – The highly anticipated climax of the FWT23 season is just around the corner, as world-class athletes perfect their strategies for the most renowned freeride competition worldwide: the YETI Xtreme Verbier. As always, the event takes place on the legendary Bec des Rosses, the birthplace of the Freeride World Tour and its enduring home.
This formidable face offers daring athletes up to 600 vertical meters of challenging terrain, with slopes surpassing 50 degrees amidst a labyrinth of technical features. It’s the ultimate challenge for any freerider and a spectacular way to wrap up a thrilling season.
Fresh Snow and Perfect Conditions for the Grande Finale at FWT23 Xtreme Verbier
The Bec des Rosses is now coated in a fresh layer of snow, thanks to recent snowfalls that have created ideal conditions for an epic final showdown.
The weather window for the event spans from March 25 to April 2, providing ample time for a safe and unforgettable competition in optimal conditions.
Buzzing Athletes and Fierce Competition
The athletes are brimming with excitement following a remarkable competition in Austria. Final rankings and the highly coveted FWT world title will be determined by each rider’s top three results, allowing them to discard their two lowest scores.
Katie Anderson (CAN) has already triumphed in the snowboard women category, while other disciplines remain neck and neck. In the snowboard men, Ludovic Guillot-Diat (FRA) maintains a slight lead over Jonathan Penfield (USA), with Justine Dufour-Lapointe (CAN) aiming to secure Canada’s second world champion title in the ski women category.
The ski men category is particularly tight, with Valentin Rainer (AUT) just ahead of a determined group of athletes, including reigning world champion Maxime Chabloz (SUI) and late-season contender Andrew Pollard (USA).
Wildcards Ready to Shake Things Up
Five wildcard entrants, each with their own history on the Bec, will join the already impressive roster and undoubtedly challenge the regular competitors.
Former FWT world champion and 2021 Xtreme Verbier victor Victor De Le Rue (FRA) is set to make his eagerly anticipated return after recovering from injury. Local Verbier rider Sybille Blanjean (SUI) will also be back, defending her Xtreme Verbier title, while Leo Slemett (FRA) from Chamonix returns to prove he’s still a force to be reckoned with. Reine Barkered (SWE), the longest-serving FWT athlete with 15 years on tour, will give it one last shot to add more accolades to his collection.
Lastly, Marion Haerty (FRA), one of the most successful riders in FWT history with an astounding four world titles, will make a comeback from injury and aim for another podium finish.
Catch All the Action LIVE!
Don’t miss a moment of the YETI Xtreme Verbier, which will be broadcast LIVE on the Freeride World Tour‘s Website at www.freerideworldtour.com. With user-friendly replay options, you can enjoy every breathtaking moment. In the meantime, follow FWT’s social media channels for updates and athlete news as the countdown to the season’s
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