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. >>

Paul Marais

[2026-02-20] Paul Marais is often referred to as one of the "Founding Fathers" of the modern South African surfski movement. While names like Hank McGregor and Dawid Mocke dominate the modern era, Marais was the dominant force of the 1980s and early 90s, bridging the gap between traditional "spec" surf lifesaving and professional long-distance ocean racing. >>

Nicholas "Niki" Notten

[2026-02-13] Nicholas "Niki" Notten is a titan of South African surfski, a 2021 World Champion, and as of 2026, he remains one of the fastest "downwind specialists" in the global circuit. While some champions rely on raw flat-water power, Notten is a master of "surfing the bumps"—using the kinetic energy of the ocean to maintain speeds that seem impossible to others. >>

2026-05-08

Home favourite Kopasz shines as rivals struggle on first day in Szeged

2026-05-06

Bester and Pereira dominate as ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Series begins in Madeira

2026-05-03

Elite field of paddlers descends on Madeira for ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Series opener.