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2024-10-02

Anze Urankar to compete in third world championship discipline this year

[paddleworldwide] Slovenian paddler Anze Urankar is set to make his debut at the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships, marking his third distinct world championship appearance this year. A Youth Olympic gold medalist and multiple wildwater world champion, Urankar continues to showcase his remarkable... >>

2024-10-02

Meet the versatile paddler who will race in THIRD World Championships in 2024

[canoeicf] Versatile paddler Anze Urankar will add another string to his bow when he competes at the International Canoe Federation Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships. Urankar is a Youth Olympic Games gold medallist in Canoe Slalom, a multiple world champion in Wildwater Canoeing and now a participant on... >>

2024-09-29

Maltese Surfski Talent Gains International Recognition

[thesurfskishack] A review of international performances across Italy, Germany, and Sardinia highlights a successful season for The Surfski Shack. >>

2024-09-23

Cory Hill and Jemma Smith secure dominant wins at Forster Race Weekend

[thepaddler] The Forster Race Weekend, a highly anticipated event, marked the beginning of the Shaw and Partners Australian Ocean Racing Series, setting the stage for the upcoming WA Race Week. >>

2024-09-11

Jemma Smith to forgo ICF world championships for Coolangatta Gold challenge

[thepaddler] Jemma Smith, a dominant force in ocean ski paddling, will not compete in the upcoming ICF world championships, a decision that further diminishes the high-profile talent in the women's competition. >>

2024-09-01

Mitchell Trim and Jemma Smith claim victories at 'The Chucky' event, marking the start of their ocean racing seasons

[thepaddler] The Charles Stewart Memorial Cup, affectionately known as 'The Chucky', served as the opening event for the Shaw and Partners Australian Ocean Racing Series, setting the stage for the upcoming WA Race Week. >>

2024-08-20

ICF ocean racing talent program to take place in Madeira

[paddleworldwide] National Federations have a limited time to apply for the International Canoe Federation's Talent Identification Programme (TIP) development camp in Madeira. This exclusive ocean racing camp, running from September 27 to October 7, offers a unique opportunity for paddlers to train and compete... >>

2024-08-20

Canoe Ocean Racing development camp set for Madeira

[canoeicf] Time is running out for National Federations to apply to participate in the upcoming Canoe Ocean Racing development camp in Madeira, Portugal. The application deadline has been extended to August 28, meaning NFs need to act quickly to secure a spot in the International Canoe Federation’s Talent... >>

2024-08-08

Paddling community remembers Brad Russell following tragic death at national championships

[thepaddler] A respected member of the paddling community, Brad Russell, tragically passed away last weekend during the 14 Beaches downwind race, which was also Paddle Australia's national championships. His death has prompted an outpouring of grief and remembrance from fellow paddlers and loved ones. >>

2024-07-19

Michelle Burn regains confidence with South African surfski title victory

[thepaddler] After a challenging period of races, Michelle Burn, the 2021 ICF world champion, confessed to questioning her ability to secure a victory. Her recent triumph at the South African surfski titles has restored her self-belief and enjoyment in competitive paddling. >>