Ben Richards’ journey from ski racing to freeride has been nothing short of impressive. The Kiwi rider built on his standout rookie year with another strong performance inv 2025 FWT, earning two podium finishes - both 3rd place in Baqueira Beret and Kicking Horse.
The 2026 season saw Richards dominate the men’s ski category, claiming three victories and completing a remarkable hat-trick of titles: Freeride World Tour Champion, Freeride World Champion, and YETI Xtreme Verbier winner. His exceptional style and technical precision captivated the freeride world throughout the season, and his trajectory points to even greater achievements ahead.
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