<div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The<strong> Finnish Rookie Fest 2026</strong>, hosted at <a href="https://gripskatepark.fi/" target="_blank">Grip Skatepark</a> in Tampere, successfully brought together Finland's most promising<strong> street skateboarders </strong>for another key stop of the <strong>World Rookie Skateboard Tour</strong>. Riders competed for valuable <strong>World Rookie Rank </strong>points and qualification opportunities for the <a href="https://www.worldrookietour.com/2026/05/08/wrt-skateboard-2026-finals-celje-slovenia/" target="_blank">2026 World Rookie Skateboard Finals</a>, scheduled for <strong>25th–27th September in Celje, Slovenia</strong>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">While the event featured a more intimate field of competitors, the level of skateboarding remained impressive, showcasing the depth of <strong>Finland's emerging talent </strong>and reinforcing the country's long-standing commitment to youth skateboarding development.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Finland's Best take the spotlight:</strong> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The <strong>Rookie Boys</strong> competition was won by<strong> Selim Heiskanen</strong>, whose consistent and technical skating also earned him the <strong>highest overall score of the entire event</strong>. <strong>Noa Juhantalo</strong> finished second, followed by<strong> Eetu Nivukoski</strong> in third place.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">In the <strong>Grom categories, Lulu Numminen </strong>claimed victory in the<strong> Girls division</strong>, while <strong>Ukko-Veikka Halttunen</strong> topped the Grom Boys podium ahead of<strong> Armas Nikkilä </strong>and <strong>Arttu Kekäläinen</strong>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Finnish Rookie Fest once again proved to be an important platform for young athletes looking to gain international experience and climb the World Rookie Rank before the season reaches its climax in Slovenia.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>The road to Celje continues:</strong> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">With several World Rookie Tour stops still to come, the qualification battle is becoming increasingly competitive as riders from around the globe chase their place in the most prestigious youth skateboarding event of the year.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The <strong>2026 World Rookie Skateboard Finals in Celje</strong> will once again gather the world's best Rookie and Grom skateboarders, offering not only the chance to become World Rookie Champions but also access to exclusive international opportunities that have helped launch the careers of many professional skateboarders.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The World Rookie Tour thanks <strong>Grip Skatepark</strong>, the local organizers, volunteers, judges and all participating riders and families for making another successful Finnish Rookie Fest possible.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The Road to Celje continues.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>The World Rookie Tour heads to Bulgaria</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The World Rookie Tour continues on <strong>August 9th</strong> with the <strong>Sea & Ride Rookie Fest </strong>at the spectacular <a href="https://www.instagram.com/xchallenge.park/" target="_blank">X Challenge Park in Tsarevo</a>, on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Young Bowl riders will compete for <strong>World Rookie Finals qualification, all-inclusive tickets to Celje</strong>, valuable World Rookie Rank points, and prizes from the Tour's partners. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">With <strong>free entry</strong> and an incredible skateboarding atmosphere, the Sea & Ride Rookie Fest is set to be one of the highlights of the 2026 summer season. Registration is open until <strong>August 7th</strong>. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1tg&h=1qead6a3djtcrhbus4ljv3mlh8&hpl=CCG6883941KNE83G41PI0SRE41T20Q3GDG&i=34s&iw=1&p=H461654993&s=lp&sn=2bn&z=1lbu" target="_blank">Download Info Sheet</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Next Stop: </strong><strong>Portugal Rookie Fest!</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The <strong>Road to Celje</strong> heads next to <strong><a href="https://boasombra.com/" target="_blank">Boa Sombra Skatepark in Peniche</a></strong>,<strong> Portugal</strong>, on<strong> August 29th–30th</strong>, for one of the most iconic stops of the <strong>World Rookie Skateboard Tour</strong>. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">With <strong>World Rookie Rank</strong> points, Finals qualification and an unforgettable weekend of skateboarding, workshops and summer vibes on the line, this is an event you don't want to miss.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Registrations are open until August 28th</strong>, with only <strong>80 rider spots available</strong>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Secure your place now </strong>and be part of the Road to Celje!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1tg&h=370ru04icbe75rps7c437t130r&hpl=CCG6883941KNE83G41PI0SRE41T20Q3GDG&i=34s&iw=1&p=H1838221390&s=lp&sn=2bn&z=1lbq" target="_blank">Learn more</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Don't miss the Garda Rookie Camp</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Before the action moves to the next World Rookie Tour stop, riders have one more chance to level up at the <strong>Garda Rookie Camp</strong>, taking place September 10th–13th at <strong>Go Fast Skatepark in Riva del Garda, Italy</strong>. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">For the first time ever, the camp brings together <strong>Skateboard and BMX </strong>in four days of coaching, video shooting, riding sessions and an unforgettable international experience.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Even better, <strong>contest entry to the Garda Rookie Fest</strong> is included in the camp package. Spots are limited, so don't wait too long to secure yours! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1tg&h=1cqnt219t4a314tolpmpac288m&hpl=CCG6883941KNE83G41PI0SRE41T20Q3GDG&i=34s&iw=1&p=H439022739&s=lp&sn=2bn&z=1lbr" target="_blank">Read more</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>More information:</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">E-mail: <a href="mailto:info@worldrookietour.com" target="_blank">info@worldrookietour.com</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Follow the <a href="https://www.worldrookietour.com/calendar/" target="_blank">World Rookie Tour</a> and get ready for an epic winter, where every ride could become the launchpad for a pro career! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><em>If your dream is to become a professional athlete, then your future begins on the World Rookie Tour. </em></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><em>If you want more information about our project and wish to become a partner, contact us at: <a href="mailto:info@worldrookietour.com" target="_blank">info@worldrookietour.com</a></em></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">World Rookie Tour Media Manager </div><div style="text-align: justify;">Marco Sampaoli - <a href="mailto:marco@moonsrl.it" target="_blank">marco@moonsrl.it</a> - Tel +39.059.9783397 or +39.340.328.55.69 </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">World Rookie Tour Event Coordinator </div><div style="text-align: justify;">Meinhard Trojer - <a href="mailto:meinhardtrojer@powdern.com" target="_blank">meinhardtrojer@powdern.com</a> - Tel +43.650.56.37.424 </div><div><br /></div><div> </div>