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2026-10-07

Exploring La Vila Joiosa, Spain: A guide to the upcoming Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships

[paddleworldwide] Discover La Vila Joiosa, Spain, the vibrant host city for the upcoming Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships. This guide offers essential travel advice, highlights key attractions, explores local cuisine, suggests accommodation options, and delves into the town's rich paddlesport heritage. >>

2026-10-07

La Vila Joiosa 2026: essential figures and competitor insights

[paddleworldwide] Ahead of the 2026 Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in La Vila Joiosa, Spain, discover the crucial statistics. This includes the participation of 809 athletes from 40 countries, the nine medals available, and details about the youngest and oldest competitors set to make waves. >>

2026-10-07

Paddle Worldwide collaborates with Vaikobi to advance Canoe Ocean Racing

[paddleworldwide] Vaikobi has been named the Official Discipline Partner for Canoe Ocean Racing, committing to provide athletes with essential equipment and safety gear valued at €50,000 each year. >>

2026-10-07

Durban's memorable world championships pave the way for the next edition in Spain

[paddleworldwide] As the ocean racing world championships prepare for Spain, we look back at the unforgettable 2025 event in Durban. Highlights included South Africa's impressive medal haul, emotional victories, and Cory Hill's historic fourth men's surfski single title, setting a high bar for the upcoming... >>

2026-10-07

Sestri Levante to host fourth Tigullio Ocean Racing, combining international challenges with national youth titles

[federcanoa] Sestri Levante is set to host the fourth Tigullio Ocean Racing on October 17-18, 2026, organized by Shock Wave Sports A.S.D. This event will bring together international competitors and young Italian athletes for a weekend of intense racing. Saturday features the international competition for... >>

2026-10-03

La Vila Joiosa's 2026 surfski world championships: Juan Gordero's perspective

[totalpaddler] Juan Gordero, a dedicated athlete, coach, and long-standing member of the local club, has been instrumental in La Vila Joiosa's growth as a premier Ocean Racing destination. As the town gears up for the 2026 Surfski World Championships, his unique insight into its sporting evolution is invaluable. >>

2026-09-29

National SS2 ocean racing champions crowned in Ostia Lido

[federcanoa] Ostia hosted a thrilling Ocean Racing weekend on September 26-27, where Italian titles for SS2 and OC2 categories (Senior, Under 23, Junior, Master) were awarded, alongside SS1 championships for younger age groups. Organized by the Italian Naval League, Lido di Ostia section, the event saw... >>

2026-09-22

Keeling secures men's SS1 title at Fortaleza World Cup, Pinto leads Brazilian sweep

[paddleworldwide] South African paddler Mark Keeling clinched the men's SS1 title at the Fortaleza World Cup, preventing a complete Brazilian medal sweep. In the women's competition, Ariela Pinto led a remarkable all-Brazilian podium finish, showcasing the host nation's strength on home waters. >>

2026-09-21

Cagliari's waters host the 18th Ohana Mana Cup ocean racing event

[federcanoa] Cagliari recently hosted the 18th Ohana Mana Cup, Italy's premier ocean racing event, attracting strong participation despite light winds. Czech Jakub Zavrel won the men's SS1 19km race, while Katerina Milova secured a repeat victory for the Czech Republic in the women's SS1. The SS2 titles were... >>

2026-09-20

Jakub Zavrel Triumphs at the 18th Ohana Mana Cup in Cagliari Amid Challenging Headwinds

[Kayak Lovers] The 18th Sea Sardinia Contest – Ohana Mana Cup concluded in Cagliari with a thrilling race. Paddlers faced challenging headwind conditions as Czech athlete Jakub Zavrel claimed overall victory, leading a world-class international field. >>