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2019-11-26

ICF votes to retain U23 competitions

[canoeicf] The International Canoe Federation has decided to retain the U23 age group for all world championships after a survey of member federations. A proposal had been put forward to reduce the age limit from U23 to U21, but a majority of national canoe federations expressed a desire to retain the... >>

2019-11-26

ICF confirms retention of under-23 age group for world championships

[paddleworldwide] The International Canoe Federation has confirmed its decision to maintain the under-23 age category for all world championships following a survey of member federations. The board also noted strong financial performance, record viewership, and progress on Tokyo Olympic preparations. >>

2019-09-11

Sean Rice reclaims ocean racing world title as Danielle McKenzie secures unexpected victory

[paddleworldwide] Sean Rice of South Africa secured his second ICF canoe ocean racing world championship, marking an emotional return to the top. Meanwhile, New Zealand's Danielle McKenzie delivered a stunning upset, winning the women's final in her debut at the world championships held in Saint-Pierre de Quiberon,... >>

2019-09-11

Rice regains ocean title while McKenzie springs surprise

[canoeicf] South Africa’s Sean Rice won an emotional second ICF canoe ocean racing world title and New Zealand’s Danielle McKenzie caused a major boilover to win the women’s final at her first world championships on an exciting day of racing in Saint-Pierre de Quiberon, France. Rice won the very first ICF... >>

2019-09-09

Hill and Nixon ready to defend ocean racing world titles

[canoeicf] Australian Cory Hill will be looking for his third consecutive world title and South African Hayley Nixon will be hoping to defend her crown from two years ago when the ICF canoe ocean racing world championships begin in France on Wednesday. Hill has dominated ocean racing since the inaugural... >>

2019-09-09

Hill and Nixon aim to retain ICF ocean racing world championship crowns

[paddleworldwide] Australian Cory Hill and South African Hayley Nixon are set to defend their respective ICF canoe ocean racing world titles in France. Hill aims for a third consecutive win, while Nixon hopes to retain her crown amidst fierce competition from top international paddlers. >>

2019-07-15

SUP world titles among events to be shown worldwide through new Chinese partnership

[canoeicf] The International Canoe Federation will stream this year’s Stand Up Paddling World Championships to the world after launching a dedicated Chinese-based live streaming platform which will include local language commentary. The ICF has engaged Lausanne-based H&A Media to help launch and manage the... >>

2019-07-15

ICF launches new Chinese streaming platform for global event coverage

[paddleworldwide] The International Canoe Federation has established a new partnership with a Chinese-based live streaming platform to broadcast its major events, including the SUP World Championships, to a global audience. This initiative aims to significantly boost the sport's visibility and engagement within the... >>

2019-03-19

ICF board meeting a success

[canoeicf] The allocation of host cities for upcoming ICF world championships, including the 2019 Stand Up Paddling world titles, and the continued growth of canoeing in China were among the highlights of the ICF board meeting in Beijing over the weekend. China is set to host at least four ICF canoe world... >>

2019-03-19

ICF board outlines strategic initiatives and global expansion

[paddleworldwide] The recent ICF board meeting in Beijing addressed significant developments, including the allocation of host cities for upcoming world championships, the expansion of canoeing in China, and the search for the sport's first ethics commissioner. Discussions also covered safeguarding measures,... >>