Chandler Checks Out, Open Announcement Details, and can the WFP and the Games Coexist

Chandler Checks Out, Open Announcement Details, and can the WFP and the Games Coexist

Author: Tommy Marquez & Sean Woodland February 14, 2025 Duration: 1:10:37

Last week it was Annie Thorisdottir. This week it's Chandler Smith. Another top athlete takes a pass on the Open and the CrossFit Games season. Speaking of the Open, we have details on the live announcements for the first two workouts and The World Fitness Project continues to release details on their season with the release of a movements list. 

Plus, Sean, Tommy, and Lauren give their thoughts on whether or not the World Fitness Project and CrossFit Games can coexist in the long run.

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