The 2018 CrossFit Open is mere weeks away; and the worldwide competition open to every athlete, newbie to pro, promises the toughest events yet — both physically and mentally. This is the first step to finding the fittest on earth — a highly coveted title that comes with serious accolades and a huge cash prize.
As CrossFit has grown, so too has the total prize purse. This year, it’s gone up another $200,000, for a total of $2.6 million. Last year, the champion took home $285,000. This year, they’ll win a whopping $300,000. Second place gets $100,000, and third takes home $75,000. Cash prizes are awarded through 20th place for individuals.
Individual event finishes also include cash rewards: $3,000 for first, $2,000 for second, and $1,000 for third.
The top teams will walk away with checks of their own. First place leaves with $100,000; second gets $60,000; third wins $30,000; fourth receives $20,000; and fifth wins $15,000. This will of course then be split amongst the team members.
CrossFit didn’t forget about Masters, either. First place for the 35-39 division gets $25,000; for every other division, first takes $10,000. Second and third also win cash prizes.
It promises to be an exciting and adrenaline-pumping season, as always. Have you signed up for the Open yet?
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