Ana Swetish

[2026-02-20] Ana Swetish is the breakout star of American surfski racing and is widely considered one of the best technical downwind paddlers in the world today. Based in Bellingham, Washington. >>

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. >>

Hector Henot

[2026-02-13] Hector Henot is a rising superstar in the French "paddling dynasty" and currently one of the strongest ocean racers in Europe. As of 2026, he has stepped out of the shadow of his older brother, Valentin, to become a major force on the international podium. >>

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

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