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?
The Devizes to Westminster creates a SUP class for 2026
England’s most iconic ultra paddling race has finally created an official category for SUPs. After SUP pioneers Emily King and Paddy McCormack successfully finished the 4 day, 120 mile ultra in April as a trial, the event announced this week that 2026 will mark the first year with an official SUP class.