2018 Reebok CrossFit Games Prize Money: A Detailed Overview
The 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games, held in Madison, Wisconsin, was a showcase of the world’s best CrossFit athletes. The prize money for the event was substantial, reflecting the high level of competition and the prestige associated with winning the title. Let’s delve into the details of the prize money distribution for the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games.
Overall Prize Money
The total prize money for the 2018 Reebok CrossFit Games was a staggering $300,000. This amount was distributed among the top athletes in both the individual and team competitions.
Individual Competition Prize Money
The individual competition featured the top 40 athletes from around the world. The winner of the men’s competition, Mathew Fraser, took home a prize of $100,000, while the women’s winner, Katrin Davidsdottir, received $50,000. The remaining athletes in the top 10 positions also received significant prize money, with the 10th-place finisher earning $5,000.
Rank | Winner | Prize Money |
---|---|---|
1 | Mathew Fraser | $100,000 |
2 | Ben Smith | $40,000 |
3 | Samuel Kipp | $30,000 |
4 | Ben Pollak | $25,000 |
5 | Samuel Kipp | $20,000 |
6 | Ben Pollak | $15,000 |
7 | Samuel Kipp | $10,000 |
8 | Ben Pollak | $7,500 |
9 | Samuel Kipp | $5,000 |
10 | Ben Pollak | $5,000 |
The women’s competition also featured a strong field, with the top 10 athletes receiving prize money. The 10th-place finisher in the women’s competition earned $5,000.