From the early days of snowboarding competitions to becoming a global multi-sport tour featuring skateboard, freeski, and surf, the World Rookie Tour has shaped the history of action sports. To celebrate two decades of incredible tricks, unforgettable moments, and continuous growth, an exclusive documentary is set to premiere, taking you on a journey through this amazing adventure.
The documentary will be broadcast on World of Freesports, the leading platform for action sports, reaching millions of viewers worldwide through TV channels, OTT services, and FAST streaming platforms in over 100 countries across 4 continents.
From snowboarding to a multi-sport tour: the evolution of the World Rookie Tour
Originally launched as a snowboard-only competition, the World Rookie Tour has expanded year after year, becoming the ultimate launchpad for young riders. Over time, the format grew to include freeski, skateboard, and surf, welcoming a global community of rising stars ready to make their mark on the international scene.
This documentary tells the story of the tour through the voices and performances of the athletes who grew up with the WRT and turned their passion into a professional career. From legendary alpine resorts to world-class skateparks and surf breaks, the World Rookie Tour has built a legacy like no other in action sports
Where to watch the documentary?
Thanks to the collaboration with World of Freesports, the documentary will be available across multiple TV channels, OTT platforms, and FAST Channel Partners, offering free, ad-supported streaming with no subscription required.
TV Channels and Media Networks:
- Pan Africa: Supersport
- Middle East: Abu Dhabi Sports
- Austria: Servus TV
- Balkans: Sportklub, EON (OTT)
- Canada: RDS
- China: Star Sports
- Czech Republic & Slovakia: Nova Sport, VOYO (OTT)
- Spain: Movistar Deportes
- Greece & Cyprus: Novasports
- Poland: Sportklub
- Russia: TV Start
- Slovenia: Sport TV
- Switzerland & Liechtenstein: Blue Sport
- France, Belgium, Luxembourg & Canada: Riding Zone TV (OTT)
FAST & OTT Platforms:
- Rakuten (41 countries in Europe)
- Free Live Sports (75 countries)
- Bolt+ (104 countries)
- WEDO.tv, Sportworld, Xiaomi TV+, Zattoo, and many more.
With such a wide media reach, action sports fans worldwide will be able to watch the documentary easily and for free!
Watch the documentary with us!
For an even more special experience, join the World Rookie Tour crew at two exclusive screenings where you can watch the documentary alongside riders and fellow action sports fans:
📍 Kitzsteinhorn – Zell am See-Kaprun – Monday, March 24th
📍 Madonna di Campiglio – Sunday, March 30th
This is the perfect chance to meet the WRT community, relive the most epic moments of the tour’s history, and celebrate 20 years of pure adrenaline together.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover the evolution of the World Rookie Tour and the journey that has turned young talents into professional action sports athletes. The documentary is waiting for you!
