Philippsburg, September 12, 2025.
It smells of gunpowder, sweat, and ambition. The shooting range in Philippsburg was once again the venue for one of Europe's most demanding IPSC competitions. The 14th GECO IPSC Masters demanded concentration, technique, and mental strength. Fifteen stages, tight time slots, and a starting field that is rarely found in such density.
The GECO team was represented by athletes from several nations and delivered a consistent performance at the highest level in almost all divisions.
A glance at the results lists shows what was achieved here: the guys from GECO are not just there, they are right at the front.
- Dylan Keppel (NED) – 1st place Production Optics
- Emile Obriot (FRA) – 2nd place Production Optics
- Luis Ehrhardt (GER) – 5th place Production Optics
- Cyrielle Vivo (FRA) – 1st place Production Lady
- György Batki (HUN) – 1st place Classic
- Patrick Kummer (GER) – 3rd place Standard
- Stefan Rumpler (GER) – 3rd place Production
- Sascha Back (GER) – 10th place Open, 4th place Open Senior
- Patrick Baculard (FRA) – 5th place Production Optics SeniorPhilippsburg, September 12, 2025.
Performance born of conviction
IPSC is precision sport under pressure, even if this is often disputed. Every sequence counts, every transition, every tenth of a second. In this environment, routine is separated from skill. The GECO team has shown that it is at home in both areas. Whether it's Dutch production specialist Dylan Keppel, French classic shooter György Batki, or the strong performance of Cyrielle Vivo – they all stand for the same thing: consistent training and reliable performance when it matters.
German athletes such as Stefan Rumpler and Sascha Back also confirmed their position among the European elite. Their rankings show that quality prevails over the years when precision is understood not as coincidence but as hard work that pays off.
Sascha Back at the LOWREADY MAGAZINE Podcast
In the latest LOWREADY podcast, Sascha Back talks openly about training, mental stress, and his journey back to the top. A conversation about focus, discipline, and how to succeed in a sport that doesn't forgive mistakes.
Listen to the podcast interview with Sascha Back on LOWREADY MAGAZINE.
Conclusion
The IPSC Masters 2025 was a successful event from start to finish. The GECO team held its own in a strong field of competitors and impressively demonstrated what is possible when people shoot with passion.
We congratulate all shooters on their performances and look forward to the upcoming competitions.
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