Red Bull Art Of Motion kicks off in style with big tricks and daring jumps – Astypalea, Greece

Red Bull Art Of Motion kicks off in style with big tricks and daring jumps – Astypalea, Greece

Noa Diorgina from the Netherlands performs at the Red Bull Art Of Motion in Astypalea, Greece on June 9, 2022. // Little Shao / Red Bull Content Pool

6 Athletes from all corners of the world took on big tricks and daring jumps in the freerunning paradise of Astypalea island.

The world’s best freerunners put on an exciting show during the first day of Red Bull Art of Motion. As the competition kicked off, daring rooftop jumps and big tricks were landed throughout the picturesque, freerunning paradise of Astypalea in Greece.

Using the island as their playground, 16 athletes from all corners of the globe pulled off some of the boldest moves in freerunning during day one’s exploration challenge, where the freerunners were challenged to create three videos showing off their own unique style.

After an intense day of competition, British athlete Ed Scott, 24, came out top of the standings, securing a maximum 7 points, with fellow compatriot Travis Verkiak, 20, coming a close second and taking 5 points.

Female freerunning sensation and fan favorite Lilou Ruel, 18, secured a top spot in the standings for best female with some incredible moves and Dutch female freerunner, Noa Diorgina, 17, put on a gravity-defying show for the Astypalea crowd.