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Thomas Degasperi wins the 2025 San Gervasio ProAm

Degasperi and Bull Triumph at San Gervasio Pro Am in One of the Tour’s Tightest Finals

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San Gervasio Pro Am 2025: Degasperi and Bull Take the Win in a Spectacular Show on the Waters of Jolly Ski

Thomas Degasperi wins the 2025 San Gervasio ProAm

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By Michela Luzzeri

Jolly Ski

SAN GERVASIO, ITALY — The 11th edition of the San Gervasio Pro Am came to a close today, Sunday, July 6. One of the most anticipated stops on the world slalom (waterski) tour, the event offered a total prize purse of $24,000 and welcomed athletes from 23 countries, including both amateurs and professionals.

The final day delivered intense excitement with the Pro head-to-head finals, full of surprises and close battles. This eleventh edition was undoubtedly one of the most hard-fought, featuring some of the tightest matchups ever seen in both the men’s and women’s fields. The crowd was especially electrified by the final showdown between Italy’s multi-time European champion Thomas Degasperi and Great Britain’s Frederick Winter, a four-time winner of the event. Degasperi came out on top with a strong score of 1@10.25m, securing his second San Gervasio Pro Am title after his 2021 victory.

In the women’s competition, Canadian skier Jaimee Bull proved once again to be unbeatable. With a score of 5@10.75m, she successfully defended the title she won in 2024, reaffirming her status as the skier to beat—edging out a fierce young challenger, Alexandra Garcia from the USA.

A touch of disappointment for Brescia native and event organizer Matteo Luzzeri, who had been among the stars of Saturday’s qualifications with an excellent 3@10.25m, earning him fourth place. The local favorite was eliminated in the quarterfinals in a tight matchup against Degasperi, leaving the dream of a podium finish for another year. Similar fate for Italian skier Beatrice Ianni, who couldn’t get past American Allie Nicholson in the women’s quarterfinals.

There was also regret for rising local talent Florian Parth, and Italian teammates Vincenzo Marino and Carlo Allais, who did not qualify for the head-to-head finals.

Once again, the San Gervasio Pro Am confirmed itself as a must-attend event on the international waterski calendar—bringing together elite competition, pure passion, and a one-of-a-kind setting in the heart of Lombardy.

Oscar Domino jumps at the 20th International San Gervasio

Jolly Ski Celebrates 20 Years of the International San Gervasio

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Jolly Ski celebrates 20 years of the International San Gervasio

Oscar Domino jumps at the 20th International San Gervasio

Oscar Domino of Denmark jumps during the XX International San Gervasio

By Michela Luzzeri

Jolly Ski

SAN GERVASIO, ITALY — From June 20th to 22nd, the 20th edition of the International San Gervasio took place at Jolly Ski in San Gervasio Bresciano. This historic three-event tournament (slalom, tricks, and jump) has been attracting young talent from across Europe—and beyond—for two decades. 62 athletes from 10 different countries competed in a weekend full of excitement and unforgettable performances.

As tradition goes, the first day of the tournament concluded with the awarding of the Trofeo Josè, given to the junior slalom skier who comes closest to the Italian National in their age group’s. This year’s sixth edition of the trophy went to U14 German skier Maja Leonhardt, who scored an excellent 1@12m. During the awards ceremony, we also celebrated the 20th anniversary of the event with a toast and refreshments, joined by athletes, coaches, officials, and friends who’ve been part of this journey.

Among the standout performances, Austria’s Lili Steiner impressed with a 47-meter jump, confirming her status as one of the top contenders for the upcoming U21 World Championships in Canada. Austria showed up strong this year, having selected the International San Gervasio as one of its official qualifiers for the national youth team ahead of the European Championships.

Many athletes set new personal bests. Among them was local athlete from Alfianello, Edoardo La Malfa, who scored a personal best in tricks (8120 points) and a new overall personal best, thanks to a strong slalom score of 1.5@11.25m and a 55.5m jump.

One of the most emotional moments came from Ukrainian athlete Mykhailo Mykhailichenko, who has found a second skiing home in Italy since the beginning of the war. At just 15 years old, he delivered an outstanding slalom performance with 1@10.75m.

Oscar Domino of Denmark also celebrated a major milestone by qualifying for the U21 World Championships with a new personal best of 54.9m jump. Another strong U21 Worlds prospect is hometown skier Florian Parth, who showed great form with 5.5@10.75m. 

Last but not least, promising signs from the Italian National Team: both Matteo Luzzeri and Nicholas Benatti showed grit and determination, bouncing back after injury-plagued seasons in 2024. The road to the Open Worlds is officially underway!