Chris MacDonald 2nd Overall in the 2025 Surf-Freestyle World Championship

That’s a wrap on the 2025 Surf-Freestyle season! Gran Canaria brought the wind, waves, and world-class action for the final stop of the year, making it the perfect stage to crown the champions.

Images by Lucas K Stiller

After a season of high-level riding, Chris MacDonald(USA) locked in 2nd place overall in the 2025 Surf-Freestyle World Championship. His consistency, technical skill, and creativity throughout the tour kept him in the title race until the very end—showing why he’s one of the top competitors on the world stage.

Overall Men’s Surf-Freestyle Rankings:

1st Benjamin Castenskiold (DEN)
2nd Chris MacDonald (USA)
3rd Tom Acherer (AUS)

From explosive tricks to smooth style under pressure, Chris delivered standout performances all season, cementing his place as a force to be reckoned with in competitive wingfoiling.

Full rankings HERE

“One event win from a three peat but can’t win em all. Was a great season no doubt, winning 2/4 events and the championship down to the wire. But the right guy definitely won it congrats @freeliving8.

@fonewings has had my back through all these times and I can’t thank them enough. Gear is feeling amazing and can’t wait to progress even further with them!” 

Congratulations, Chris! We are so proud of you here at F-One.