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2025-09-23

Wong shows class to storm to Asian Canoe Ocean Racing crown in China

[canoeicf] Hong Kong’s Hock Wing Winnie Wong proved a class above as she swept to the women’s surfski title at the Asian Canoe Ocean Racing Championships in Qingdao, China. The 38-year-old paddler was in a league of her own as she cruised to an emphatic victory at Shilaoren Beach. >>

2025-09-19

Cagliari to host the 17th Ohana Mana Cup, attracting top ocean racing talent

[federcanoa] Cagliari's Gulf of Angels hosts the 17th Ohana Mana Cup, September 19-21, 2025. This ICF-sanctioned event draws 34 athletes from over 10 nations. Competitions in SS1, SS2, VR1, VRE, and OC6 will feature downwind races, leveraging scirocco winds. Olympic medalist Ádám Varga, 2024 winner Walter... >>

2025-09-13

Global circuit of four ICF Canoe Ocean Racing world cups set for 2026

[paddleworldwide] The International Canoe Federation has announced four exciting Canoe Ocean Racing world cup events scheduled for 2026 across Brazil, France, Malaysia, and Tahiti. This new global circuit aims to provide top surfski racers with enhanced international competition and increased visibility for the... >>

2025-09-13

Four ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Cups approved for 2026

[canoeicf] The International Canoe Federation is excited to stage Canoe Ocean Racing World Cups in four fantastic locations across the globe next year. The ICF Board of Directors have agreed for World Cups to be held in Brazil, France, Malaysia and Tahiti in 2026. >>

2025-09-11

Historic Records Broken During Gozo Island Circumnavigation

[thesurfskishack] A team of elite Maltese paddlers from The Surfski Shack recently completed a 35km journey around Gozo, breaking three major course records. >>

2025-09-01

Brazil dominates Pan American Canoe Ocean Racing Championships

[paddleworldwide] Brazilian athletes showcased their dominance at the Pan American Canoe Ocean Racing Championships in Molokabra, securing all top spots in the men's and women's surfski categories. Alexandre Felipe Nascimento Ferreira and Ariela Cesar Pinto claimed the individual titles, while Lucas Bender achieved... >>

2025-09-01

Brazilians rule Pan American Canoe Ocean Racing Championships in Molokabra

[canoeicf] Hosts Brazil swept the podium at the Pan American Canoe Ocean Racing Championships in Molokabra. Alexandre Felipe Nascimento Ferreira and Ariela Cesar Pinto led a Brazilian one-two-three in the respective men’s and women’s competitions on home waters. >>

2025-08-31

Maltese Duo Claims Multiple Podiums in Norway Surfski Series

[thesurfskishack] Athletes Mattea Micallef and Matthew Schembri successfully tackled the Seadog and Sildodden races, bringing home mixed doubles and singles trophies. >>

2025-08-13

African School Games establish lasting paddle sport foundation in Algeria

[paddleworldwide] The inaugural African School Games in Algeria successfully introduced canoe slalom and ocean racing, creating a significant legacy for paddle sports. This historic event saw young athletes compete, leaving behind equipment and inspiring future generations across the continent, particularly in... >>

2025-08-13

Inaugural African School Games to leave paddle sport legacy in Algeria

[canoeicf] Paddlers made their mark at the first-ever African School Games as Canoe Slalom and Canoe Ocean Racing helped to make history and establish a legacy in Algeria. Around 1,700 athletes participated across 25 disciplines in this historic edition of the Games as competition was staged in four cities... >>