Simple Session brought together 48 men and nine women skateboarders to determine the world’s best at the moment. The women’s skateboarding competition was won by 16-year-old Sky Brown from Great Britain, who achieved an impressive 92.83 score, while the men’s gold medal went to 18-year-old Swede Hampus Winberg, scoring 91.11 points.
The podium spots for the Sister Session, the women’s competition, were claimed by one of the world’s best female skateboarders, two-time Olympic bronze medalist Sky Brown. The silver medal went to 16-year-old Spaniard Naia Laso, who scored 89.50 points, and the bronze was secured by 17-year-old Brit Lola Tambling, with 81.83 points.
Sky Brown commented on her performance, saying that she always tries to showcase a powerful style and high jumps.
“Every trick I do, I focus on making it look beautiful too,” said Brown, who last competed in Tallinn in 2019 and won the event at just 10 years old.
“Compared to last time, the level among the girls has risen tremendously, and everyone gave their best. It wasn’t easy for me to win at all compared to six years ago. The competition was tight, and I’m happy to have been here to showcase my skills,” the winner shared.
Sky Brown’s rise isn’t limited to skateboarding – she is also an up-and-coming professional surfer.
“My goal is to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in both skateboarding and surfing and win two gold medals,” said the role model for millions of young fans.
Judge Pat Duffy also praised the level of the women’s competition.
“We saw a lot of different runs—some skaters raced around doing big airs, while others preferred technical tricks on the street side. The advantage definitely went to those who could combine both parts of the competition course,” Duffy commented, emphasizing that the fight for first place was incredibly close.
“Naia Laso had an amazing run—she did a lot of spins, used the entire park, flew high and fast, and I honestly didn’t think Sky could beat her,” admitted the judge. “But in the finals, Sky increased her speed, and what made the difference was that she managed to fit in her last trick—the kickflip indy.”
Men’s Competition: Tight Battle Between Winberg and Sakurai
The men’s skateboarding competition was won by Hampus Winberg, who narrowly beat 16-year-old Japanese skater Issei Sakurai (90 points) by just 1.11 points. Sakurai had topped the qualification round yesterday and once again delivered a smooth and flawless run today. Third place went to 30-year-old Spaniard Danny Leon (87.48 points), the 2024 Simple Session champion, well known to Estonian fans.
Hampus Winberg has competed at Simple Session in 2022 and 2023. Three years ago, he finished second behind American Liam Pace.
“The course was great, and I liked it even more than in previous years,” Winberg said. “Since the competition arena is so big and impressive, the level of skaters was also high, with tons of opportunities to use the space creatively.”
The young skater added that, since he is used to both park and street disciplines, Simple Session’s park suited him perfectly.
“I got to skate exactly the way I like,” added the 2025 champion.
According to Jarmo Kangro, the head of Simple Session’s skateboarding division, the course is intentionally designed to test the creativity and courage of skaters.
“Nate Wessel designed the jumps and elements in a way that presents a challenge, helping skaters push their limits. That’s why it’s no surprise that for some riders, the course was harder and took time to get used to,” explained Kangro.
The organizer added that, unlike traditional skateparks where starting points, speeds, heights, and lines are predictable, Simple Session’s park has no standard solutions.
Judge Pat Duffy also praised the high level and drama of the men’s final, noting that all the skaters gave it their all.
“First and second place were extremely close,” Duffy admitted. “Hampus Winberg’s second run was incredible—full of high-risk tricks, big airs, and multiple flip tricks. Issei Sakurai had great speed and jumps, including a stylish body varial, but he was missing flip tricks. Both of them showcased the absolute best of skateboarding, but in the end, Hampus had more variety,” the judge added.
Among Estonian skaters, the best performance in Saturday’s qualification round came from 27-year-old Meelis Erm, but he did not make it to the final.
Women’s Skateboarding Final Standings:
1. Sky Brown, GBR, 92.83
2. Naia Laso, ESP, 89.50
3. Lola Tambling, GER, 81.83
4.Keet Oldenbeuving, NED, 80.83
5.Maja Spatcheck, NOR, 74.83
6.Haylie Powell, AUS, 68.16
7.Hedda Hjertberg, SWE, 65.66
8.Vilja Lundmark, SWE, 64.53
9.Mirai Akimoto, JPN, 47.50
Men’s Skateboarding Final Standings:
1. Hampus Winberg, SWE, 91.11
2. Issei Sakurai, JPN, 90.00
3. Danny Leon, ESP, 87.48
4.Kristoffer Kroon, SWE, 85.16
5.Greyson Fletcher, USA, 84.16
6.Julian Agliardi, USA, 83.00
7.Beaver Fleming, USA, 82.93
8.Ivan Federico, ITA, 80.50
9.Elias Nilsen, NOR, 78.36
10.Viktor Solmunde, DEN, 71.16
11.Diego Broest, NED, 69.66
12.Yuro Nagahara, JPN, 68.23
13.Marcelo Jimenez, CHI, 66.16
14.Simon Gerber, SUI, 64.33
15.Daniel Woolley, AUS, 58.75