Project X BMX video, Danny León and Naia Laso in a TV Show, Jordan Clark and Neve Entwistle wins The Scootish Open, Youto Horigome wins Tampa Pro and Art Series of Jart Skateboards are our TOP news of the week.
Welcome to Urban World Series News of the week April 12, 2024.
Our first Urban World Series news of the week April 5 of 2024, is Project X BMX video by The Cut & DIG BMX.
A film by Peter Adam that brings together the best riders in the world on an epic journey. 10 days in 3 different countries and 14 riders completing this trip through Europe. Global talents Garrett Reynolds, Boyd Hilder, Simone Barraco, Felix Prangenberg, Corey Walsh, Jordan Godwin, Casey Starling, Alex Kennedy, Miki Fleck, Joe Foley, Harrison Arcari, Anthony Perrin, Anahi Valentina and Dragon.
Presented by The Cut BMX and in association with DIG BMX, Project X revisits the original road trip concept in a 1 hour and 45 minute film. You can see or download it now at DIGBMX.com.
Danny León and Naia Laso visit La Resistencia TV Show
After the double victory in Dubai by skateboarders Naia Laso and Danny León, the talk show La Resistencia invited them to spend an afternoon with David Broncano. The presenter took a personalized gift of a Jart board with the drawing of the protagonists of the Resistance while they cut Danny’s hair. Moments later became reality, cutting Danny’s hair after eight years.
The two athletes explained the friendship they have had since Naia started skating when she was 7 years old, when Danny was already excelling at skateboarding. The show was full of fun and unique moments, as always. Like when Danny went up to his dog Zoeh to continue the interview.
Jordan Clark wins The Scootish Open
In an exciting event that left the public in awe, multiple times World Champion, Jordan Clark was crowned champion in the “The Scootish Open” Scootering competition. Clark outclassed his rivals with unmatched style and skill. The competition, held at Edinburgh’s iconic skatepark, attracted an enthusiastic crowd cheering on the participants. Clark, known for his mastery of the sport and his creativity in every move, impressed the judges and spectators alike, securing his place in the history of this event.
Neve Entwistle, 3rd in Extreme Barcelona 2023, won in Women category, congrats guys!
Japan’s Yuto Horigome wins first Tampa Pro 2024 event in Florida
Last year’s winner Yuto Horigome won the competition with a perfect round in the finals, alongside Brazilian Kelvin Hoefler and American Jake Ilardi.
More legendary skateboarders were present in the finals included Ryan Decenzo, Micky Papa and Shane O’Neill.
Yuto, also winner of the Olympic gold medal in Tokyo 2020, is one of the favorites to repeat the victory in Paris 2024.
Jart collaboration with artist Frugitano
Iconic artist Fernando Elvira has always been involved in the world of skateboarding, as a skate magazine editor, graphic designer and as a skateboarder. A unique style with which he has illustrated the Jart skateboards. With the help of Danny León, they made this collaboration and skated together with the boards in the skatepark of Algatocín, Málaga.
The illustrations tell stories, mix cultures and arts. From his home in a remote town in southern Spain, Elvira channels his unique and practical style, creating truly original pieces of art.