Nicholas "Niki" Notten

[2026-02-13] Nicholas "Niki" Notten is a titan of South African surfski, a 2021 World Champion, and as of 2026, he remains one of the fastest "downwind specialists" in the global circuit. While some champions rely on raw flat-water power, Notten is a master of "surfing the bumps"—using the kinetic energy of the ocean to maintain speeds that seem impossible to others. >>

Oscar Chalupsky

[2026-02-13] Oscar Chalupsky, known as "The Big O," is a living legend in the world of surfski and surf lifesaving. He is widely considered the most iconic figure the sport has ever seen, not just for his record-breaking 12 World Titles, but for his larger-than-life personality and his ongoing battle against terminal illness. >>

Kira Bester

[2026-02-19] Kira Bester is the current superstar of South African ocean racing. She has quickly evolved from a promising Under-23 athlete into the dominant force of the senior women's circuit globally. >>

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