In an exhilarating display of strength and perseverance, Michelle Basnett emerged as the champion in the Individual Women division at the highly competitive 2023 CrossFit Africa Semifinal. Her exceptional performance in the seven grueling workouts showcased her unwavering dedication and unparalleled skills. Basnett’s remarkable victory guarantees her a coveted spot in the upcoming 2023 CrossFit Games, where she will compete against the world’s elite athletes in a test of supreme fitness.
Jason Smith showcased his dominance in the Individual Men division at the 2023 CrossFit Africa Semifinal, captivating the audience with his extraordinary abilities. Through an awe-inspiring display of strength and skill, Smith emerged as the undisputed champion, leaving his competitors in awe. With his triumph in this prestigious event, Smith secures his place in the highly anticipated 2023 CrossFit Games, where he will face off against the fittest athletes from around the globe.
Team division at the 2023 CrossFit Africa Semifinal witnessed a fierce battle of determination and teamwork, with CrossFit FBDV Mayhem Africa emerging as the victors. Their relentless pursuit of excellence and exceptional performance in the six challenging workouts propelled them to the top of the leaderboard. The team’s outstanding achievement at this Semifinal secures their spot in the upcoming CrossFit Games, where they will represent Africa with pride and determination.
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The 2023 CrossFit Africa Semifinal, held in the vibrant city of Johannesburg, South Africa, showcased the pinnacle of athletic excellence and competitive spirit. From May 19 to 21, the region’s top athletes gathered to compete in a series of grueling workouts, pushing their limits and showcasing their unwavering dedication. This Semifinal event served as a testament to the immense talent and passion within the African CrossFit community, setting the stage for an exhilarating CrossFit Games later this August.
Here are the top 20 finishes in each division at the 2023 CrossFit Africa Semifinal, revealing the remarkable performances of the athletes:
Individual Women’s Division
- Michelle Basnett — 613 points
- Mariska Smit — 596 points
- Gilmari Reyneke — 580 points
- Christina Livaditakis — 570 points
- Tanha Bouffe — 507 points
- Gemma Rader — 497 points
- Emma Holliday — 492 points
- Megan Joy McDermott — 418 points
- Megan Faul — 411 points
- Alicia Stoop — 408 points
- Maxx Klynsmith — 380 points
- Ingy Hossam Eldin — 362 points
- Mary Jamieson — 355 points
- Sofia Bennani — 553 points
- Laura Hume — 345 points
- Thea Kruger — 322 points
- Jessica Thomson — 320 points
- Liza-Mari Giliomee — 318 points
- Jessica Skinner — 299 points
- Cora-Lee Van Tonder — 294 points
Individual Men’s Division
- Jason Smith — 596 points
- Conrad Winnertz — 500 points
- Ruan Potgieter — 497 points
- Darren Zurnamer — 482 points
- Josh Kernot — 475 points
- Daniel Griesel — 474 points
- James Van Dongen — 466 points
- Justin Holliday — 433 points
- Dutoit Botha — 418 points
- Assem Effat — 413 points
- Ruan Conradie — 366 points
- Matthew Schiff — 350 points
- Damien Botes — 348 points
- Driss Bouchiah — 333 points
- Julian Liebenberg — 333 points
- Kealan Henry — 332 points
- Robert Heuer — 282 points
- Keegan Muir — 278 points
- Amr Saleh — 273 points
- Hilmar Von Mansberg — 259 points
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Teams Division
- CrossFit FBDV Mayhem Africa — 580 points
- Cape CrossFit Wolfpack — 555 points
- CrossFit 10 Star Hybrids — 530 points
- CrossFit Tijger Valley Synergy — 530 points
- CrossFit Juggernaut Unstoppable — 490 points
- Pack Life CrossFit Wanderers — 380 points
- Cape CrossFit Werewolves — 335 points
- Motley Crew CrossFit Red — 330 points
- CrossFit Zulu — 325 points
- CrossFit 111 Relentless — 320 points
- CrossFit Bounty — 285 points
- Motley Crew CrossFit Blue — 270 points
- CrossFit FBDV Rookies — 260 points
- CrossFit 111 — 235 points
- RTF CrossFit Krugersdorp Reapers — 225 points
- Pack Life CrossFit Sandton — 220 points
- CrossFit Juggernaut Conquer — 210 points
- CrossFit Juggernaut Triumph — 165 points
- CrossFit Tijger Valley Pumas — Zero points
Upcoming CrossFit Semifinal Dates: Mark Your Calendars for Thrilling Competitions
The countdown to the illustrious CrossFit Games is in full swing, and athletes from around the world are eagerly preparing for the upcoming Semifinals, where they will compete fiercely to earn their coveted spots in the pinnacle event of the sport.
- May 25-28, 2023: North America West Semifinal | Pasadena, CA
- May 25-28, 2023: Oceania Semifinal | Tennyson, QLD, Australia
- May 26-28, 2023: South America Semifinal | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- June 1-4: Europe Semifinal | Berlin, Germany
- June 1-4: Asia Semifinal | Busan, South Korea
As the calendar flips to June, the anticipation intensifies in the CrossFit community, as the roster for the highly anticipated flagship event, the CrossFit Games, begins to take shape. With each passing day, the picture becomes clearer, and soon the world will know the elite athletes who will battle it out in the scorching heat of the Wisconsin capitol.
Overview
Michelle Basnett emerged as the champion in the Individual Women division, while Jason Smith dominated the Individual Men division at the 2023 CrossFit Africa Semifinal. CrossFit FBDV Mayhem Africa claimed victory in the Team division. The event showcased athletic excellence and fierce competition in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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