Our Top Questions Heading into 2026

Our Top Questions Heading into 2026

Author: Tommy Marquez & Sean Woodland January 9, 2026 Duration: 1:05:42

A new year brings plenty of new questions. Sean, Tommy and Lauren unveil their list of things they'll be watching throughout the 2026 season. What will the second year of the WFP look like? Where will the Rogue Invitational be held? Will we have a repeat champion on the men's side at the CrossFit Games?

Plus, semifinal competitions are sending out invites and starting their online qualifiers, teams are being revealed for WZA Miami and athletes are finding new training camps.

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