The 2025 Park Lines BMX Tournament, South Africa’s official BMX Freestyle Championship, wrapped up an action-packed weekend at the brand-new SkyLab Skatepark at Joxi-X Adventure Park in Bryanston, Johannesburg. Sanctioned by Cycling South Africa and the UCI, and presented by LW Mag and Dragon Energy, the tournament brought the country’s best riders together in an unforgettable showdown supported by Garmin, Balwin Properties, Insta360, Fox Racing, and Mongoose.
A Weekend of Progression and Podiums
From amateurs chasing their first podium to seasoned pros gunning for UCI points and national rankings, the tournament showcased the depth of BMX Freestyle talent in South Africa. Riders battled through qualifiers and finals in both Amateur and Pro divisions, navigating a range of innovative features at SkyLab with judges scoring on use of park, execution, amplitude, variety, and difficulty.
Amateur Division: A New Generation Shines
The largest division of the tournament saw incredible performances from both new and returning riders. In a tight final, Sean Fulton emerged victorious with a park-dominating run featuring a Truck Driver over the box, Turndown transfer, and 360s across key obstacles. Fulton’s win means he’ll move up to the Pro Division next year.
- 🥇 1st: Sean Fulton – 75.33 points
- 🥈 2nd: Sinjin Caromba – 67.00 points
- 🥉 3rd: Stefan Heynes – 55.66 points
Pro Women: Jenna Byrnes Remains Undefeated
A pioneer for women’s BMX in South Africa, Jenna Byrnes defended her title with a commanding run featuring a Backflip, 360, Turndown, and Barspin. She continues to be the only female rider in South Africa to land a Backflip, pushing the boundaries of progression in the sport.
- 🏆 1st: Jenna Byrnes – 40.33 points
Pro Men: Vincent Leygonie Reclaims His Throne
With 15 top riders in the Pro Men’s division, competition was fierce. Vincent Leygonie, after a shaky first run in the finals, delivered an explosive second run packed with world-class tricks, including a Backflip Tuck No-Hander, Truck Driver to X-Up, and a flawless Flair on the quarter pipe. His effort earned him the 2025 South African BMX Freestyle Champion title and the day’s highest score.
- 🥇 1st: Vincent Leygonie – 82.00 points
- 🥈 2nd: Morgan O’Kennedy – 62.50 points
- 🥉 3rd: Nkosinathi Nkosi – 61.00 points
Best Trick: Malcolm Peters Lands History
The day closed with the thrilling Insta360 Best Trick Jam, where riders went all-out for bragging rights and the new Insta360 X5 camera. After a heated session, Malcolm Peters claimed victory with a massive Backflip Double Tailwhip—a personal first and a South African milestone.
A Milestone for BMX Freestyle in South Africa
“This was our fifth edition, and we’re incredibly proud of how far Park Lines has come—from crowning champions to producing South Africa’s first BMX Freestyle Olympian, and now opening our very own park. The future of the sport is bright.”
Event organiser Ryan van der Spuy reflected on the tournament’s evolution:
The 2025 Park Lines BMX Tournament wasn’t just a contest—it was a celebration of community, commitment, and the continued rise of BMX Freestyle in South Africa.
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