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2025-12-03

VIBE 2025: 550 Athletes Take on the Iconic Volta de Ilhabela 90K

[totalpaddler] Brazil’s premier endurance relay, VIBE, prepares for its 90km circumnavigation of Ilhabela. As participation reaches an all-time high, the event continues to define the spirit of the Brazilian paddling community. >>

2025-11-16

South African Dominance at the Reunion Island Surfski Challenge

[canoeicf] Kira Bester and Matthew Fenn continue their winning streak with a clinical double victory in Reunion. >>

2025-11-07

National Elite: Results from the 2025 French Ocean Racing Championships

[totalpaddler] The 2025 French National Championships in Toulon brought together the country's best paddlers across surfski, OC1, and V6 categories. Review the highlights and top performers from this high-stakes seasonal finale. >>

2025-11-06

Richards and Brackpool Complete New ICF Athletes’ Committee

[canoeicf] Danielle Richards of New Zealand and Charlie Brackpool of Great Britain are the latest paddlers elected to the International Canoe Federation’s Athletes’ Committee for 2025-2029. An online vote by the ICF Board of Directors confirmed the final two members, following the recommendations from the... >>

2025-10-27

Sestri Levante Crowned Surfski Capital as Italian Youth SS1 Titles Awarded at Tigullio Ocean Racing

[federcanoa] Sestri Levante proved an ideal surfski stage, hosting the 2025 Tigullio Ocean Racing on October 26. Over 150 athletes from 27 Italian clubs competed in the Italian Youth SS1 Championship, National Novice & Cadet Race, and an international event. Shock Wave Sports ASD delivered excellent… >>

2025-10-23

Cory Hill discusses future after securing fourth world championship title

[thepaddler] Australian paddler Cory Hill, 36, reflects on his unprecedented fourth world championship victory and shares insights into his future aspirations, emphasizing his enduring passion for the sport over historical achievements. >>

2025-10-20

ICF events through 2030 and first World Paddle Games open for bids

[canoeicf] Applications to bid for International Canoe Federation competitions until 2030, including the inaugural World Paddle Games, are now open. In 2027, the World Cups in Canoe Marathon, Wildwater Canoeing, Canoe Ocean Racing, and Stand Up Paddling (SUP) are up for grabs. >>

2025-10-19

Hill wins fourth world title as home favourite Bester delivers in Durban

[canoeicf] Australia’s Cory Hill continues to scale new heights as he captured his record-extending fourth men’s surfski single crown at the International Canoe Federation Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Durban, South Africa. There was also joy for hosts South Africa as Kira Bester successfully... >>

2025-10-19

Ocean Racing World Championships Conclude in South Africa, Italy's Athletes Compete

[federcanoa] The Ocean Racing World Championships wrapped up in Durban, South Africa, after two days of intense competition involving over 750 boats. Italy was represented by six athletes. Nicolò Razeto finished 20th in the SS1 Open. In the SS1 U23, Matteo Palomba, Mauro Tafuri, and Riccardo Maccioccu placed… >>

2025-10-18

Fenn and Hockly seal mixed surfski double world crown on home waters

[canoeicf] Matthew Fenn and Saskia Johanna Hockly delivered gold for hosts South Africa on a thrilling day of surfski double racing at the International Canoe Federation Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Durban. A year after taking world bronze, the South African pairing proved too strong on familiar... >>