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OFFICIAL CSWC by OLIVA TOP 20 RANKING UNVEILED!

Each slow smoker in the Top 20 knows every second counts, and with many qualifiers yet to come, nothing is set in stone.


Tormod Skaaraas claims the spotlight as he opens the CSWC 2025 Top 20 rankings with a commanding performance and an impressive 2:30 on the new Oliva CSWC cigar.
Tormod Skaaraas claims the spotlight as he opens the CSWC 2025 Top 20 rankings with a commanding performance and an impressive 2:30 on the new Oliva CSWC cigar.

The excitement is real, the smoke has settled, and after two intense and thrilling qualifiers in Norway and Denmark, the CSWC 2025 Top 20 list has officially opened—setting the stage for a phenomenal slow-smoking season!


Brede Rørhus finishes just over three minutes behind leader Tormod Skaaraas — a remarkable debut that marks him as a rising star and a new force in the CSWC arena.
Brede Rørhus finishes just over three minutes behind leader Tormod Skaaraas — a remarkable debut that marks him as a rising star and a new force in the CSWC arena.

Leading the Pack Dominating at the very top is Norway's cigar master, Tormod Skaaraas, boasting an outstanding smoking time of 2 hours and 30 minutes, setting the benchmark high for the season. He is closely followed by two talented countrymen, cementing Norway’s powerful early presence at the top of the rankings.


Rolf Broch, former Norwegian champion and one of the all-time greats, begins his 2025 season strong — securing 3rd place in a powerful comeback.
Rolf Broch, former Norwegian champion and one of the all-time greats, begins his 2025 season strong — securing 3rd place in a powerful comeback.

Nick Shawnley, the undisputed Danish slow smoking legend, kicks off the season in top form — defending his national title and securing 4th place on the CSWC Top 20.
Nick Shawnley, the undisputed Danish slow smoking legend, kicks off the season in top form — defending his national title and securing 4th place on the CSWC Top 20.

Denmark's Strong Showing But Norway’s elite trio should be looking over their shoulders—Denmark's reigning champion, Nick Shawnley, delivered a formidable 2 hours and 17 minutes performance, claiming a strong 4th position. With an incredible 11 Danish smokers already occupying positions in the coveted Top 20, Denmark is sending a clear message: they’re here to dominate.




Zoran Pejović, one of Croatia’s all-time greats, delivers yet again — opening the season with trademark consistency and securing an impressive 6th place.
Zoran Pejović, one of Croatia’s all-time greats, delivers yet again — opening the season with trademark consistency and securing an impressive 6th place.

Croatia Makes Its Mark Adding a dash of pride and passion from the Adriatic, Croatian representative from the legendary Club Mareva, Ziran Pejović, secured a brilliant time of 2 hours and 11 minutes, proudly holding the high-ranking 6th position. Croatia, represented by this single stellar performance, ensures a strong presence in the fierce competition which started with season 2025. Zoran is one of the most solid and constant competitors in the World always among first top 10 best smokers



Country Standings Overview:

  • 🇩🇰 Denmark: 11 positions

  • 🇳🇴 Norway: 8 positions

  • 🇭🇷 Croatia: 1 position


This dramatic opening to the season underscores the sheer skill, determination, and precision at play. Each slow smoker in the Top 20 knows every second counts, and with many qualifiers yet to come, nothing is set in stone.


Stay tuned—this year’s CSWC is shaping up to be one for the history books! CLICK BELOW TO OPEN CURRENT TOP 20 BEST SMOKERS OF THE SEASON 2025




 
 

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