Durban prepares to welcome elite paddlers for the 2025 ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships

The 2025 ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Durban

Over 500 athletes, representing more than 30 countries, are set to compete in the 2025 International Canoe Federation Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships. This prestigious event will unfold in Durban, South Africa, with races scheduled for both Saturday and Sunday. Marking its return to South African shores for the first time since the inaugural competition in 2013, the host nation is anticipated to mount a formidable challenge for top honors across various categories.

Live Coverage and Exclusive Access

All the thrilling action will be broadcast live on the Planet Canoe YouTube channel. For €9.99 monthly, members gain access to all major ICF events, including these World Championships, plus exclusive bonus content. Live coverage from Durban will showcase intense battles for world titles in surfski single (SS1) and surfski double (SS2). To watch uninterrupted, log in or register on YouTube and click 'JOIN' for immediate access to member-only content and features.

Event Schedule

• October 18: SS2 (Surfski Double) races from 7:30 to 11:00
• October 19: SS1 (Surfski Single) races from 8:30 to 12:00

Key Athletes to Watch

• Kira Bester (RSA): As the reigning women's SS1 champion, Bester carries high hopes for South Africa on home waters. She faces strong domestic competition from Michelle Burn, aiming to reclaim the world title, alongside Melanie van Niekerk, Jade Wilson, and Georgia Singe.
• Gordan Harbrecht (GER): The 2024 men's SS1 world champion, and the first European to achieve this, Harbrecht is in excellent form. He will contend with Australia's three-time champion, Cory Hill, seeking revenge, and a formidable South African challenge.
• Nicolas Notten (RSA): The current South African national champion and a 2021 event winner, Notten is a key...

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