Over 70 young riders compete at Ursus Snowpark in the heart of the Dolomites
The World Rookie Tour Freeski Slopestyle Finals 2025 wrapped up with an epic showdown at Ursus Snowpark, nestled in the stunning Dolomites of Madonna di Campiglio, Italy. Over 70 young athletes worldwide gathered to battle for the prestigious title of Rookie Champions in Freeski Slopestyle Finals, delivering high-level tricks, smooth style, and unstoppable energy.
Despite challenging weather conditions, the perfectly shaped park allowed the competition to run smoothly, providing the perfect stage for this international youth freestyle celebration. Thanks to the collaboration between World Rookie Tour and FUEL TV, the event was live-streamed worldwide, bringing the action straight to homes across the globe.
Who are the Rookie Champions in Freeski Slopestyle Finals 2025?
In the Rookie Men’s category, Alois Panchaud from Switzerland claimed the crown with one of the cleanest and most progressive runs of the day:
Switch left bio 900 blunt, right double 1080 safety, left double 1260 mute, followed by switch right – front 450, left 450 disaster on to switch in the rail section.
🥇 1st place – Alois Panchaud (SUI)
🥈 2nd place – Benjamin Lengger (AUT)
🥉 3rd place – Kalle Palkinen (FIN)
In the Rookie Women’s division, Emilie Lewis from France stood out with a fluid and technical line:
Switch right 540 safety, right 360 japan, left 720 tail, and a clean rail combo: right foot slide – front, right foot slide – back.
🥇 1st place – Emilie Lewis (FRA)
🥈 2nd place – Silje Kinkead (DNK)
🥉 3rd place – Nour El Khazen (SUI)
Groms show the future of Freeski
The rising stars of the Grom categories brought the hype with big style and energy. Michaela Bridgens (NZL) secured the Grom Girls title, while Niila Johansen (FIN) dominated the Grom Boys with a standout run that confirmed the strength of the Scandinavian scene.
Grom Girls Podium
🥇 Michaela Bridgens (NZL)
🥈 Poppy Mcgree (FRA)
🥉 Virginia Zini (ITA)
Grom Boys Podium
🥇 Niila Johansen (FIN)
🥈 Melvin Seliberg (SWE)
🥉 Noel Nilivaara (FIN)
A global stage for the next generation
The Freeski Slopestyle Finals 2025 of the World Rookie Tour are not just a competition – they’re a launchpad for the future of freestyle skiing. Earning the title of Rookie Champions in Freeski Slopestyle Finals is more than a victory: it’s the beginning of a path toward a professional career in winter sports.
