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paddleworldwide
2020-03-18
ICF addresses event cancellations and postponements due to COVID-19
[paddleworldwide] The International Canoe Federation (ICF) is adapting its event schedule and Olympic qualification processes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. With several competitions cancelled or postponed, the ICF is exploring alternative methods for allocating Tokyo 2020 quotas, prioritizing athlete safety... >>
canoeicf
2020-03-18
ICF update on coronavirus COVID-19 and event schedule
[canoeicf] The ICF will continue implementing its coronavirus contingency plans to deal with the cancellation and postponement of Tokyo 2020 sprint, slalom and paracanoe qualifying events. The International Olympic Committee reiterated its commitment during a teleconference on Tuesday to staging this year’s... >>
canoeicf
2020-03-07
ICF awards 2021 SUP world championships to Hungary
[canoeicf] The International Canoe Federation has awarded the 2021 Stand Up Paddling World Championships to Balatonfured, Hungary, at a board meeting in Barcelona. The board considered the bid from the Hungarian delegation to be very professional, and a logical next step following the outstanding success of... >>paddleworldwide
2020-03-07
ICF selects Hungary for 2021 SUP world championships
[paddleworldwide] Paddle Worldwide functions as a central international resource for all things related to canoe, kayak, and other paddlesports, delivering essential information such as news, competition results, athlete rankings, event schedules, and details on various global federations. >>paddleworldwide
2020-02-11
Fenn and Verges Xifra secure significant victories at ICF Atlantic Ocean racing world cup
[paddleworldwide] The ICF Atlantic Ocean racing world cup in Lanzarote saw impressive performances, with South Africa's Joshua Fenn dominating the men's race and Spain's Judith Verges Xifra leading a Spanish sweep in the women's event, marking significant career milestones for both athletes. >>
canoeicf
2020-02-11
Breakthrough wins highlight Atlantic Ocean world cup
[canoeicf] South Africa’s Joshua Fenn upstaged his much more experienced rivals while Spain’s Judith Verges Xifra broke through for a major career win at the ICF Atlantic Ocean Racing world cup in Lanzarote on the weekend. 20-year-old Fenn, the 2019 U23 ICF ocean racing world champion, proved too strong for... >>paddleworldwide
2020-02-05
Elite paddlers gather for Atlantic Ocean Surfski Lanzarote World Cup
[paddleworldwide] The 2020 Atlantic Ocean Surfski Lanzarote World Cup is set to host an impressive lineup of elite marathon and surfski athletes this weekend. Approximately 350 competitors from 19 nations will vie for victory, with equal prize money offered across both men's and women's categories. >>
canoeicf
2020-02-05
World champions head field for ocean racing world cup
[canoeicf] Some of the world’s best marathon and surfski paddlers, including the reigning men’s champions in both disciplines, will line-up this weekend for the 2020 Atlantic Ocean Surfski Lanzarote World Cup. About 350 paddlers from 19 countries have entered the race in Spain, which will feature equal... >>
canoeicf
2020-01-06
Record 2019 canoe season sets scene for Olympic year
[canoeicf] A thrilling 2019 canoeing season has set the scene for what promises to be a fantastic Olympic year for the sport, according to International Canoe Federation President, Jose Perurena. Record viewing numbers on both television and online platforms, unprecedented growth in social media activity,... >>paddleworldwide
2020-01-06