Tech Race Top Contenders: ICF SUP World Champs Preview
It was the biggest drama at last year’s worlds in Sarasota, and the best spectating of the weekend. It’s the technical. In the women's race, Duna Gordillo of Spain is defending her world title, but it won't be easy. Mariecarmen Rivera (Puerto Rico) has had a phenomenally good season, and she'll be gunning for the win. But the fastest time in the heats today went to Spaniard Alba Frey. Alba has finished 5th the last two years, is it finally her time to get on the podium? Or even win?
A chink in the armour? Duna dethrones Espe to regain top spot in Spain
Team NSP's Duna Gordillo, the Spanish sensation who took gold at last year's ISA Worlds, has become the first paddler to defeat the almighty Espe Barreras in a distance race since...Duna Gordillo.
Queen Kim Conquers Carolina; Boothy wins fourth title by six minutes
Team Quickblade sweeps the women's "Graveyard" race as Kim Barnes wins the 2023 Carolina Cup ahead of Candice Appleby, Duna Gordillo, Laura Quetglas and Stephanie Shideler. Kim is one of the most underrated paddlers on the planet and finally gets the Carolina victory she deserves after years on the lower steps of the podium.
Big Weekend: Here are the key match-ups to watch in Carolina and Santa Pola
It's going to be a big weekend as the iconic Carolina Cup returns for its 12th edition while in Spain the ill-timed World SUP Festival will attract a strong field to week three of the Euro Tour. Between these two events, half a dozen of the world's best will make their season debuts and setup a series of sensational skirmishes. Here are the big names to watch...
594 days and a major injury later, former number one Fiona Wylde is ready for a comeback
After missing all of season 2022 with a serious shoulder injury, former world number one, 3x world champ and all-round ambassador for the sport Fiona Wylde will make her long-awaited return to racing at the Euro Tour in Spain next week.