By Xtreme Lyfe Media — October 31, 2025 | Aberdeen, Scotland.
The 2025 Rogue Invitational stormed into Aberdeen, Scotland today — and Day 1 did not disappoint. Between the deafening cheers inside P&J Live Arena and the cold North Sea wind outside, the atmosphere was pure electricity. With CrossFit elites, Strongman legends, and Strongwoman powerhouses all kicking off their campaigns, the competition is already shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable and exciting editions in Rogue history.
CrossFit Men: Medeiros Back on Top
After a roller-coaster 2024 season, Justin Medeiros came out looking like the two-time Games champ we all remember. With consistent top-finishes across the opening events, he grabbed the overall lead at 265 points heading into Day 2.
Jay Crouch (255) and Patrick Vellner (235) rounded out the top three, both proving that experience and composure pay dividends when the stakes are high.
Young guns James Sprague and Colten Mertens are close behind, keeping the leaderboard tight as athletes prepare for Saturday’s brutal “Rogue Gauntlet.”
CrossFit — Men (Day 1 total points)
Justin Medeiros — 265
Jay Crouch — 255
Patrick Vellner — 235
James Sprague — 220
Colten Mertens — 215
Jeffrey Adler — 215
Ricky Garard — 180
Chandler Smith — 175
Jayson Hopper — 170
Jonne Koski — 155
(then: Austin Hatfield 155, Saxon Panchik 150, Roman Khrennikov 145, Fabian Hermans 120, Guilherme Malheiros 105.
CrossFit Women: Triple Threat at the Top
We have a rare three-way tie for first after Day 1 — Alex Gazan, Dani Speegle, and Laura Horvath each sit at 235 points. All three women delivered powerhouse performances in both the strength and endurance tests, setting the stage for an explosive weekend showdown.
Olivia Kerstetter (225) and Danielle Brandon (200) round out the top five, with Emma Lawson and Arielle Loewen still in striking distance.
Every point will count as Rogue continues to mix heavy lifts, high-skill gymnastics, and punishing conditioning work in Saturday’s programming.
CrossFit — Women (Day 1 total points)
1T) Alex Gazan — 235
1T) Dani Speegle — 235
1T) Laura Horvath — 235
4) Olivia Kerstetter — 225
5) Danielle Brandon — 200
6) Emma Lawson — 190
7) Arielle Loewen — 170
8) Lucy Campbell — 170
9) Paige Rodgers — 165
10) Brooke Wells — 155
(then: Alexis Raptis 155, Emma Tall 155, Madeline Sturt 150, Manon Angonese 130, Grace Walton 125, Emily Rolfe 115, Elisa Fuliano 115, Abigail Domit 100, Paige Semenza 70, Haley Adams 40.)
Strongman: Mitchell Strikes First
The big men took to the floor in dramatic fashion, and Trey Mitchell made a statement. Sitting atop the leaderboard with 26.5 points, he edges out reigning champ Mitchell Hooper (24) after a day that tested raw power and precision under pressure.
A tight cluster sits behind them — Lucas Hatton and Thomas Evans share third at 18.5, while Bryce Johnson and Austin Andrade aren’t far off the pace. With heavy deadlifts, stones, and grip events still to come, Day 2 could see a major shake-up in the standings.
Strongman — Overall after Day 1
Trey Mitchell — 26.5
Mitchell Hooper — 24
3T) Lucas Hatton — 18.5
3T) Thomas Evans — 18.5Bryce Johnson — 17.5
Austin Andrade — 17
Tom Stoltman — 16.5
Paddy Haynes — 14
Rayno Nel — 9.5.
Strongwoman: Olga Liashchuk Leads the Pack
Day 1 belonged to Olga Liashchuk, who dominated multiple events to take the early lead at 22.5 points. Close behind are Inez Carrasquillo (22) and Lucy Underdown (20) — both fierce competitors with momentum heading into Saturday’s signature strength events.
Hannah Linzay (19.5) and Andrea Thompson (18.5) round out the top five, showing how deep this field truly is. With Atlas Stones and overhead medleys on deck, the Strongwomen division promises fireworks tomorrow.
Strongwoman — Overall after Day 1
Olga Liashchuk — 22.5
Inez Carrasquillo — 22
Lucy Underdown — 20
Hannah Linzay — 19.5
Andrea Thompson — 18.5
Jennifer Lyle — 17.5
Angelica Jardine — 17
Melissa Peacock — 11
Rebecca Roberts — 9
Samantha Belliveau — 8.
What’s Next
Day 2 of the 2025 Rogue Invitational brings heavier lifts, longer grinds, and even more drama as athletes fight to secure their place heading into Championship Sunday.
Nicole and Steve Dee of Xtreme Lyfe Media are on-site all weekend bringing exclusive behind-the-scenes content, interviews, and raw highlight reels straight from the floor.
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