Grant Kenny

[2026-02-20] Grant Kenny is an Australian sporting icon who, like Dean Gardiner, is a titan of the surfski and ocean racing world. While Gardiner is the king of the "Channel of Bones" (Molokai), Grant Kenny is often credited with bringing the sport of Ironman and surfski racing into the professional era and mainstream consciousness. >>

Bernardo Leca Pereira

[2026-05-04] Bernardo Leca Pereira is a prominent Portuguese canoeist and a rising star in the world of Canoe Ocean Racing (surfski). Hailing from the island of Madeira, he has quickly ascended the international ranks to become one of the most formidable competitors in the discipline, known for his technical skill in downwind conditions and his versatility across different kayaking formats. >>

Gordan Harbrecht

[2026-02-12] Gordan Harbrecht (often called "Flash Gordan" by the paddling community) is a historic figure in surfski. He is the man who finally broke the "Southern Hemisphere Wall"—the decade-long dominance of Australians and South Africans in the sport. >>

2026-06-15

Paddle sports event attracts hundreds to historic Hangzhou waterway

2026-06-12

Vaikobi joins ICF to foster global expansion of 2026 Canoe Ocean Racing World Series

2026-05-27

ICF applauds Queensland's bid for the 2030 World Paddle Games, anticipating a AUD$200 million economic boost