Athletes competed for two qualifying spots in both men’s and women’s divisions to secure their place at the CrossFit Games in Albany, New York. Henrique Moreira dominated the men’s division by scoring 496 points. Maria Quintero showcased her strength in the women’s category and won with 520 points.
Kalyan Souza earned his Games spot with 487 points in the men’s division, while Luiza Marques secured her position with 469 points in the women’s category. These four athletes outperformed a competitive field of 30 participants and earned their spots at the summer showdown in Albany. The Copa Sur 2025 Results marked a significant milestone during the 2025 CrossFit Games season’s second in-person qualifying event.
Copa Sur 2025 Winners
Henrique Moreira clinched victory in the men’s division after a fierce battle at the Copa Sur 2025 competition. His stellar performance racked up [496 points], which helped him edge out his closest rival by just nine points. This win marks Moreira’s most important breakthrough, paving his way to debut in the Individual division at the 2025 CrossFit Games.
Maria Quintero took control of the women’s division by scoring an impressive 520 points[61]. She kicked off her winning campaign by claiming the first event of the Copa Sur CrossFit Semifinal and never looked back. Quintero’s rich competitive background includes three CrossFit Games appearances as a team member. She also competed individually at the Games in 2019 as Colombia’s National Champion. Her Copa Sur 2025 victory earned her another shot at competing at the sport’s highest level.
Both champions showed exceptional skill and grit throughout the competition. Moreira and Quintero, along with runners-up Kalyan Souza and Luiza Marques, ranked within the top 1% of the CrossFit Open. So all four athletes received invitations to compete at the 2025 CrossFit Games in Albany, New York. Copa Sur stands as one of ten premier events worldwide that serve as official CrossFit Games qualifiers.
Kalyan Souza and Luiza Marques Qualified
Kalyan Souza and Luiza Marques delivered dramatic performances in their battle for secondary qualifying positions at Copa Sur 2025. Souza managed to keep pace with Henrique Moreira through the early events with consistent performances. A disappointing 17th-place finish in the fourth event substantially widened his gap from the leader. Despite this setback, he persisted and ended up securing second place with 487 points, which earned him a ticket to the CrossFit Games.
This qualification marks a major milestone in Souza’s competitive career. He will make his third straight appearance at the sport’s premier event. His track record shows steady progress – from 32nd place in his rookie year to 23rd place last year.
Luiza Marques’s qualification came through an incredible comeback story. She seemed out of contention for a qualifying spot at first but mounted an extraordinary surge late in the competition. She dominated the final phase by winning both closing events, and overtook Agustina Haag at the last moment to grab second place with 469 points. Her crucial win in Event 6 sealed her spot in Albany. Most sources confirm Marques’s extensive background with four previous CrossFit Games appearances, which contradicts reports suggesting this would be her first time competing.
Souza and Marques will join Moreira and Quintero at the 2025 CrossFit Games, scheduled for August 1-3 in Albany, New York. These four athletes emerged from Copa Sur’s demanding semifinal that tested their physical limits, mental strength, and tactical abilities across multiple events. The qualification rules required athletes to finish in the top two spots in their divisions. Only these select competitors received invitations to the CrossFit Games from the Copa Sur semifinal.
Copa Sur 2025 Leaderboard
Athletes delivered exceptional performances in the six events of Copa Sur 2025. Their outstanding efforts created vital separations on the leaderboard that shaped their final standings. Many competitors hit their limits at the 305-315 pound mark during the barbell complex event. This strength challenge created point gaps that affected the overall rankings.
| Place | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Henrique Moreira (496) | Maria Quintero (520) |
| 2nd | Kalyan Ribeiro de Souza (487) | Luiza Marques (469) |
| 3rd | João Pedro Barcelos (428) | Agustina Haag (465) |
| 4th | Agustin Richelme (408) | Caroline Ferreira (418) |
| 5th | Anderon Primo (406) | Patricia Gonçalves (408) |
| 6th | Thalison Martins (385) | Lucia Viretti (378) |
| 7th | Gerónimo Beaudean (378) | Emily Andrade (355) |
| 8th | Pedro Martins (354) | Fernanda Dotto (353) |
| 9th | José Maria de Paula Júnior (344) | Isadora Marques (307) |
| 10th | Matheus Gomes (324) | Carolina Martinez (307) |
| 11th | Renato Guimarães (324) | Gabriella Luque (293) |
| 12th | Bernardo Jardim (310) | Joanna Boaventura (290) |
| 13th | Mateus Romao (307) | Lilian Cava (286) |
| 14th | Danilo Moreira (301) | Fabiane Carvalho (283) |
| 15th | Vitor Loffi Wawrzeniak (290) | Bruna Baxhix (277) |
| 16th | Filemon Souza (279) | Tamiles Duarte (273) |
| 17th | Martin Alfonso Fuentes Bacha (264) | Aline Sanefuji (272) |
| 18th | Juan Facundo Rando (255) | Leticia Victor (270) |
| 19th | Valentín Mesa (251) | Amber Davy (263) |
| 20th | Benjamin Reyes (244) | Amanda Andrade (255) |
| 21st | Juan Ignacio Sforzini (232) | Kilya Pafian Marchant (255) |
| 22nd | Bruno Diniz (231) | Aline Cabral (252) |
| 23rd | Allan Henrique Pereira (229) | Bia Gonzalez (246) |
| 24th | Victor Amancio (220) | Pamela Giffoni (214) |
| 25th | Igor Viana (214) | Sofia Strada (186) |
| 26th | Adriano Ponte (153) | Rafaela Prado (177) |
| 27th | Edgar Carvalho (138) | Nilmary Colmenares (162) |
| 28th | Lautaro Brichetti (88) | Priscila Gorges (158) |
| 29th | Benjamin Gutierrez (WD) | Salome Boveda (114) |
| 30th | Bruno Marins (WD) | Rebeca Mendes (96) |
Vitor Loffi Wawrzeniak’s performance in the “Heavy Isabel” event stood out. The 19-year-old athlete clocked 3:17, beating Roman Khrennikov’s time at the Mayhem Classic by one second. This achievement was remarkable since Khrennikov is known for his machine power output and dominance at Mayhem.
Moreira had an 85-point lead over Souza before the final elimination-style event. He needed almost every point after an early knockout and ended up winning by just nine points. Athletes at Copa Sur posted slower “Heavy Isabel” times compared to the Mayhem Classic. Brazil’s best times would have ranked sixth for men and ninth for women in Cookeville. The comparison between these competitions revealed interesting patterns.
Three-time Games athlete Agustin Richelme competed at both events. His “Heavy Isabel” time at Mayhem Classic was 6:46, placing 17th out of 20 men. At Copa Sur, he finished in 7:09, ranking 7th out of 30 men. He improved his “Mayhem 1” time from 4:14 (10th place) to 3:47 (third place). Emily Andrade excelled in the triple burpee chipper event. She finished her rope climbs first and moved through her toes-to-bar efficiently. Her technical and quick gymnastics helped maintain her strong position.
The final day’s upper-body events included legless rope climbs that tested the athletes. Their varying levels of technical skill and endurance created more separation on the leaderboard. These standout performances determined which athletes secured their spots at the 2025 CrossFit Games in Albany.
Whats Next After Copa Sur 2025?
Copa Sur 2025 has concluded, and the road to the CrossFit Games continues with eight more in-person qualifying events on the calendar. The qualification picture is becoming clearer as four men and four women have secured their spots for the individual competition in Albany.
Wodland Fest in Málaga, Spain’s next qualifying event runs from April 25-27. Two qualifying spots each for men and women will be available at this competition, building on Copa Sur’s momentum. The qualification schedule moves to the French Throwdown in Montpellier, France (May 9-11) and The Fittest Experience in Oklahoma City (May 16-18). These events will each qualify two men and two women for the Games.
Late May brings four simultaneous events:
- Rebel Renegade Games in South Africa (May 29-June 1) – qualifying 1 man/1 woman
- Far East Throwdown in Busan, Korea (May 30-June 1) – qualifying 1 man/1 woman
- Syndicate Crown in Knoxville, Tennessee (May 30-June 1) – qualifying 2 men/2 women
- Torian Pro in Brisbane, Australia (May 30-June 1) – qualifying 2 men/2 women
The Northern California Classic in Sacramento (June 6-8) wraps up the in-person qualification season with the final regular qualifying spots. Athletes who just miss direct qualification can make one last attempt through the Hustle Up Last-Chance Qualifier (June 13-16). This event will add one man and one woman to the Games roster.
All qualified athletes will meet at the 2025 CrossFit Games, scheduled for August 1-3 in Albany, New York. The Games’ first-ever East Coast location sits just a three-hour drive from New York City. The Mayhem Classic remains the only completed event before Copa Sur, with current qualifiers representing approximately 13% of the complete 2025 CrossFit Games roster.
Final Words
The qualifying event showed amazing displays of sportsmanship and friendship among competitors, going far beyond just leaderboard results. The four Copa Sur qualifiers – Moreira, Souza, Quintero, and Marques – bring Games experience to Albany. These athletes have competed at the CrossFit Games in different divisions.
Souza will compete for the third straight time in the individual division. Quintero makes his return after four previous Games appearances, including his individual division run in 2019. These athletes will join others heading to the 2025 CrossFit Games, set for August 1-3 in Albany, New York. Copa Sur qualification represents just one path in an exciting season that builds momentum toward CrossFit Games.
Copa Sur 2025 Results: FAQs
Q1. Who were the top performers at Copa Sur 2025? Henrique Moreira dominated the men’s division with 496 points, while Maria Quintero secured victory in the women’s category with 520 points. Kalyan Souza and Luiza Marques claimed the second qualifying spots in their respective divisions.
Q2. How many athletes qualified for the CrossFit Games from Copa Sur 2025? Four athletes qualified for the 2025 CrossFit Games from Copa Sur: two men (Henrique Moreira and Kalyan Souza) and two women (Maria Quintero and Luiza Marques).
Q3. Where and when will the 2025 CrossFit Games take place? The 2025 CrossFit Games are scheduled for August 1-3 in Albany, New York. This marks the first time the Games will be held on the East Coast of the United States.
Q4. What was the most impressive individual performance at Copa Sur 2025? One of the most notable performances came from 19-year-old Vitor Loffi Wawrzeniak in the “Heavy Isabel” event. His time of 3:17 was one second faster than Roman Khrennikov’s time at the Mayhem Classic, which is particularly impressive given Khrennikov’s renowned power output.
Q5. What’s next in the CrossFit Games qualification season after Copa Sur 2025? Following Copa Sur, there are eight more in-person qualifying events remaining. The next event is Wodland Fest in Málaga, Spain, scheduled for April 25-27. Other upcoming events include the French Throwdown, The Fittest Experience, and several concurrent events in late May, culminating with the Northern California Classic in early June.