about the Pursuit

WE REMOVE THE UNCERTAINTY

WE BUILT THE PURSUIT BECAUSE THE PROBLEM WAS OURS FIRST.

The process

ATTEND. EVALUATE. APPROVE.

01 — ATTEND

IN THE ARENA

A field reviewer enters and competes in the event. No shortcuts, no press access. The experience is the same as every other athlete on the start line.

02 — EVALUATE

AGAINST THE STANDARD

Every element is assessed against a defined standard. The same criteria apply to every event — regardless of size, profile, or reputation.

03 — APPROVE

EARNED LISTING

Only events that meet the standard are listed. We don't chase volume. We don't take paid listings. If it's on The Pursuit, it's earned its place.

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Field Reviewers

THE PEOPLE WHO GO FIRST.

Matthew Fowler

Reviewer Background

Founder of The Pursuit and a hybrid athlete competing in functional fitness and endurance events across Europe. Reviews events as a competitor — no press access, no shortcuts, no observer perspective. Built the platform because the problem was his first.

CrossFit Huntsman

Victoria Pallett

Reviewer Background

CrossFit athlete with experience across marathons, ultras, and Hyrox. Reviews events as a competitor — same start line, same conditions, same experience as every other athlete. Keeps it honest and focused on what actually matters on race day.

CrossFit Huntsman

Dan McCarthy

Reviewer Background

CrossFit athlete with competitive experience across CrossFit and Hyrox events. Now focused on preparing his athletes for competition and the demands of a competitive season. Brings a coach’s perspective to every event — assessing the experience and what it takes to perform in it.

Talisman Gym

Britt Anderson

Reviewer Background

CrossFit athlete with experience in Rx and Elite CrossFit competitions. Britt has competed at events both in the UK and internationally. Her main focus is competing as an Elite individual but enjoys the occasional team competition.

CrossFit Huntsman

Sophie Glazzard

Reviewer Background

Originally from a rowing background, Sophie now competes in HYROX and endurance running. Has raced solo, doubles, and relay formats since her first HYROX in Berlin. Brings a multi-discipline eye to every event she reviews.

Simply Gym - Bilston

IF IT’S ON THE PURSUIT, YOU CAN COMMIT WITH CONFIDENCE.

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