The third annual Rockstar Energy Open came to a spectacular close Sunday at Portland’s Waterfront Park, as perfect weather, a packed crowd and three thrilling finals capped three unforgettable days of world-class skateboarding, live music and fan-fueled festivities.
With the sun shining over the waterfront and fans lining the course, the final day delivered a fitting finale to the weekend, crowning three champions. Rockstar Energy Open rookie Chloe Covell (AUS) claimed the Women’s Street title, Toa Sasaki (JPN) took the Men’s Street crown, and Gavin Bottger (USA) secured the Men’s Park championship.
On Saturday in the Women’s Park Finals, Mizuho Hasegawa three-peated with another win.
Women’s Street Final
An all-teen field of 10 athletes took center stage for the Women’s Street Final, with top qualifier Chloe Covell (AUS) once again setting the pace. Covell immediately established herself as the skater to beat, opening with an 88.00 and continuing to push the limits even after her time had expired. She repeatedly attempted a kickflip down the gap before finally sticking the trick, sending a massive roar through the Portland crowd. Yuri Ashizawa (JPN) and Niko Sugimoto (JPN) followed closely behind to round out the podium.
“This is a super fun competition. I’m skating with girls I don’t usually skate with a lot. I definitely want to come next year. I’ve been having so much fun this year and when I’m having fun, that’s when I skate my best,” said Covell.
Men’s Park Final
The Men’s Park Final delivered a thrilling rematch from qualifying, with Keegan Palmer (AUS) and Gavin Bottger (USA) trading increasingly impressive tricks and putting the pressure on one another throughout the final. With the championship hanging in the balance, Bottger saved his biggest moment for last. In his final run, he landed an around-the-world trick to leapfrog Palmer and secure the victory, sending the Waterfront Park crowd into celebration. Egoitz Bijueska (ESP), who entered the final ranked third in qualifying, held onto the final podium position in his Rockstar Energy Open debut.
“Keegan can definitely put the pressure on. I blacked out on that run,” said Bottger. “But if any of us win or get the podium, it’s just awesome. We are all friends. Skating is not supposed to be super competitive. It’s fun. This event is fun. We just skate and hang out with everyone.”
“Once I saw him alley-oop to 270, I knew it was game over,” said Palmer.
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Men’s Street Final
The final competition of the weekend brought the top 10 Men’s Street athletes together for a high-energy showdown in front of a packed Waterfront Park crowd. Toa Sasaki (JPN) delivered the winning performance to claim the Men’s Street title, while Rockstar Energy athletes Braden Hoban (USA) and 2024 champion Lazer Crawford (USA) captured second and third, respectively. Sasaki also earned a prize package from Nyjah Huston’s Disorder brand. Crawford, who won the event as a rookie, once again delivered when it mattered most, saving his best for last with a standout final run that launched him into podium contention. As he celebrated with the Portland crowd, Crawford tipped his hat and shouted, “I love you, Portland!” before sharing a memorable high-five with his proud father. For Sasaki, the victory marked an impressive first appearance at the Rockstar Energy Open.
“This is the first time I’ve been here, but the people in Portland are really nice and I’ve come to like it a lot,” said Sasaki.
Podium Results Below. Full event competition results can be found HERE.
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Women’s Street Final |
Men’s Street Final |
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Men’s Park Final |
Check the finals day livestream replay below: