<div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The <strong>World Rookie Tour 2025</strong> is rolling full speed, and this summer is hotter than ever! 🔥</div><div style="text-align: justify;">From Spain to Moldova, with a new UK stop on the horizon, the road to the <strong>World Rookie Skateboard Finals</strong> is filled with energy, style and pure skateboarding passion.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">As we cruise through the season, every event brings young talents one step closer to the big stage. Because it's not just about winning—it's about growing, connecting, and living unforgettable experiences along the way.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Mark your calendars</strong>: the<strong> World Rookie Finals</strong> are set to go down in <strong>Slovenia this September</strong>, where the best Groms and Rookies from all over the world will gather to battle for the 2025 titles... and unlock their future in the skateboarding scene. 🏆🌍</div><div style="text-align: justify;">But first, let’s check out what’s been happening and what’s coming up!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Santander Rookie Fest: what a debut!</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The very first <strong>Santander Rookie Fest</strong> just went down… and it was 🔥 from start to finish! Hosted at the iconic<strong> Life Skate Farm</strong>, and powered by our long-time friends at <strong>Surf to Live</strong>, this new Spanish stop delivered a perfect mix of top-level skateboarding, vibrant atmosphere and community vibes.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Over three intense days, riders from all over Europe competed in Grom and Rookie categories, pushing the limits with creative lines, big tricks and solid style. Spain dominated the podiums, but the level was global—everyone came to win.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">The event wasn’t just about competition: <strong>Red Bull BC One Italian champ Stefano Beltrame</strong> lit up the park with a special breakdance show, while free burgers, live DJ sets and a packed crowd turned the event into a real skate celebration. Big shoutout to <strong>Surf to Live</strong>, the local crew and organizers for making this stop one to remember!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1nc&h=20m816eveaerff4ho3u0o29cka&i=34s&iw=1&p=H2093946802&s=lp&sn=1u4&z=1f9k" target="_blank">Relive the full recap and see all podiums here</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>New stop announced: UK Rookie Fest</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">We’re stoked to unveil a brand-new stop in the 2025 WRT calendar: the <strong>UK Rookie Fest</strong> is going down on<strong> August 23</strong> at none other than <strong>Unit 23 Skatepark</strong>, Scotland’s multi award-winning indoor skatepark! 🏴</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Located in Dumbarton, Unit 23 is the<strong> largest indoor skatepark in the UK</strong>, proudly <strong>rider owned and rider run </strong>since 2002. With a massive 56,000 sq-ft space and ramps spread across 3 different halls, the park offers features for every skill level—from beginner to pro. You’ll find everything from a giant foam pit to a <strong>replica of the legendary Little Devil Bowl</strong>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">New park, new vibes, and a new opportunity to qualify for the World Rookie Finals in Slovenia. This stop is gonna be epic—stay tuned for the full program! 👀</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1nc&h=c55ee9tdl61dus0d8hi19k7ng&i=34s&iw=1&p=H1893912016&s=lp&sn=1u4&z=1f9o" target="_blank">Get the details & save the date!</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Registrations open: Moldavian Rookie Fest 2025</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The only official skate contest in Moldova is back! From<strong> August 1–3</strong>, the <strong>Moldavian Rookie Fest</strong> returns to Chișinău’s Valea Trandafirilor Skatepark with even more energy.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Top riders, international judges, amazing prizes and a ticket to the finals are waiting.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1nc&h=2ct3vtlqssslnf30k9le4q1kdj&i=34s&iw=1&p=H1905228143&s=lp&sn=1u4&z=1f9m" target="_blank">Register now and be part of it</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Mystic Sk8 Cup: a dream weekend in Prague</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Last weekend, the legendary <strong>Mystic Sk8 Cup</strong> went down in Prague, and it was another level. We were there with the WRT riders who won the <strong>Red Bull Experience </strong>at last year’s finals — <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1nc&h=1bdpljongm0r0ha2oq1iq45sq6&i=34s&iw=1&p=H624203669&s=lp&sn=1u4&z=1f9s" target="_blank">Laura Zackova</a>, <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1nc&h=3gcfub4h4vo0csegdq2dh55ebs&i=34s&iw=1&p=H624203668&s=lp&sn=1u4&z=1f9t" target="_blank">Beau Brunclair</a> and <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1nc&h=1g6ui902h2gbnta9mb3jist0e0&i=34s&iw=1&p=H624203667&s=lp&sn=1u4&z=1f9r" target="_blank">Simon Gerber</a> - and they got to live a true pro-level weekend!</div><div style="text-align: justify;">From skating with the best to enjoying the event from the inside, it was a taste of the big leagues. And of course, our filmer <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1nc&h=1i36ttkn5kvnhtbues4eupt5su&i=34s&iw=1&p=H624203666&s=lp&sn=1u4&z=1f9u" target="_blank">Andreas "Mone" Monsberger</a> captured all the action.</div><div style="text-align: justify;">🎥 Watch the highlight video on our website to catch all the emotion, tricks, and unforgettable moments!</div><div style="text-align: justify;">This is what the World Rookie Tour is about: not just titles, but real opportunities for young skaters to step into the professional world. 🖤</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> <a href="https://nl.worldrookietour.com/nl/link?c=djqv&d=1nc&h=1fvbnfbipub5s066g4jidqalar&i=34s&iw=1&p=H1916544270&s=lp&sn=1u4&z=1f9q" target="_blank">Hit play and feel the Mystic vibes</a> </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">That’s all for now – but the summer tour is just getting started. </div><div style="text-align: justify;">See you on the next stop!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Registrations and information:</strong></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="mailto:registration@worldrookietour.com" target="_blank">registration@worldrookietour.com</a></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Phone +39 059.9783397 or +39.334.8834551</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Follow the World Rookie Tour and get ready for an epic winter, where every ride could become the launchpad for a pro career! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">If your dream is to become a professional athlete, then your future begins on the World Rookie Tour. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">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></div><div><br /></div>