2015 CrossFit Games Prize Money: A Detailed Overview
The 2015 CrossFit Games, held in July at the StubHub Center in Carson, California, was a landmark event in the world of fitness. The prize money for the competition was substantial, reflecting the growing popularity and prestige of the sport. Let’s delve into the details of the prize money distribution for the 2015 CrossFit Games.
Overall Prize Money
The total prize money for the 2015 CrossFit Games was a significant increase from previous years. The total amount was $300,000, which was distributed among the top athletes in both the individual and team competitions.
Individual Competition Prize Money
The individual competition saw a total of $200,000 in prize money. The winner, Mat Fraser, took home the largest share, with $100,000. The top ten finishers received prize money, with the second-place finisher, Tia-Clair Toomey, receiving $50,000. Here’s a breakdown of the individual competition prize money distribution:
Rank | Winner | Prize Money ($) |
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1 | Mat Fraser | 100,000 |
2 | Tia-Clair Toomey | 50,000 |
3 | Rich Froning Jr. | 30,000 |
4 | Samuel Kipp | 20,000 |
5 | Patricia Wicks | 15,000 |
6 | Ben Smith | 12,000 |
7 | Spencer Hendel | 10,000 |
8 | Samuel Kipp | 8,000 |
9 | Patricia Wicks | 6,000 |
10 | Ben Smith | 4,000 |
Team Competition Prize Money
The team competition, which featured teams from around the world, also had a substantial prize pool of $100,000. The winning team, Team United States, received $50,000. The second-place team, Team Canada, received $25,000. Here’s a breakdown of the team competition prize money distribution:
Rank | Team | Prize Money ($) |
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1 | Team United States | 50,000 |
2 | Team Canada | 25,000 |
3 | Team Australia | 15,000 |
4 | Team United Kingdom | 10,000 |
5 | Team Brazil | 7,500 |
6 | Team Germany | 5,000 |
7 | Team France
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