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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... >>

2025-10-17

South Africans seek home glory as Canoe Ocean Racing world titles on offer in Durban

[canoeicf] South Africa’s Kira Bester is aiming to deliver her brilliant best on home waters to retain the women’s surfski single crown at the International Canoe Federation Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships. Bester is among a stellar cast of South African paddlers desperate to achieve home glory as... >>

2025-10-16

All you need to know about 2025 ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Durban

[canoeicf] More than 500 paddlers from over 30 nations are poised to take to South African waters for the 2025 International Canoe Federation Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships. Durban is the venue for this year’s event with racing scheduled to take place on Saturday and Sunday. >>

2025-10-15

World Paddle Games announced: New flagship event to unite all ICF disciplines

[canoeicf] The International Canoe Federation is proud to launch the World Paddle Games, a new flagship event that will showcase the full spectrum of paddle sport. Bringing together all 10 ICF disciplines on a single global stage – including the Olympic formats of Canoe Sprint, Canoe Slalom, and Kayak Cross,... >>