The flatland set-up at FISE Edmonton is nothing short of amazing. The riding happens on stage while the seating is set-up as a theatre. It was a free show for all who took the effort to walk to the giant canopy that they won't forget any time soon. 13 pro riders made a show out of the first qualifying round that was rewarded by a standing ovation. Seriously, the vibe was that electric. Benjamin Hudson (CHI) brought the place on fire and finished 5th just behind Adam Kun from Hungary. Jean William Prevost (CAN) wanted to prove the importance of Canada on the flatland scene. Previous Canadian flatland pro riders Dan Rigby, Andrew Faris and Chase Gouin have a good successor in ean William. His spins weren't only well received by the crowd, the judges gave him third place.
The dynamic duo from Paris, France finished one and two. This time it was Alex Jumelin who scored one point more than his best friend Matthias Dandois. Both had the crowd
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