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19 Oct

Team USA Successfully Defends Team Overall Title at 2026 IWWF World Wakesurf Championships

HANGZHOU, China — October 18, 2026 — Team USA has successfully defended its Team Overall title at the 2026 IWWF World Wakesurf Championships, held at Xiang Lake in Hangzhou’s Xiaoshan District. The victory marks back-to-back team titles for the United States, which first claimed the honour at the inaugural IWWF World Wakesurf Championships in Hong Kong in 2024. Held from October 9–17, the Championships brought together more than 120 athletes from 20 countries to compete for individual world titles and national team honours. In the Open Men’s and Women’s Surf and Skim divisions, athletes also competed for a share of a US$30,000 prize purse. The event’s official towboat, the Malibu LSV23, provided world-class conditions throughout the competition. After nine days of action, the United States topped the Team Overall standings with eight of the 18 world titles and 15 medals. Chinese Taipei finished second with three titles and nine medals, followed by Korea, also with nine medals and one world title.

Team Overall Results

United States of America Chinese Taipei Korea Team USA’s second consecutive title underlines the country’s strength in a sport whose international reach continues to grow.

Open Divisions

Open Women Surf

Brynnlee Hall (USA) Xia Chenxi (China) Park Jeongeun (Korea)

Open Men Surf

Tyler Stewart (USA) — Defending champion Jeong Suho (Korea) Lam Wai Kit (Hong Kong, China)

Open Women Skim

Whitley Stewart (USA) — Defending champion Sofia Sokolova (Ukraine) Annissa Flynn (Thailand)

Open Men Skim

Jett Lambert (USA) Tyler Stewart (USA) Olivier Scokaert (France)

Junior Divisions

Junior Women Surf

Yang Yi-Nin (Chinese Taipei) Jeon Yeolyeong (Korea) Mariia Blanket (IWWF)

Junior Men Surf

Matvei Savichev (IWWF) Sawyer Brandstad (USA) Cha Gon (Korea)

Junior Women Skim

Victoria Moroski Simpson (USA) Gemma Kaitlyn Wong (Hong Kong, China) Antonyna Mikhnevych (Ukraine)

Junior Men Skim

Matvei Savichev (IWWF) Tucker Reed Cole (USA) Bang Chan Yeong (Korea)

Grom Divisions

Grom Girls Surf

Beau Walters (USA) Abygaelle Perren (Switzerland) Laetitia Pinna (Italy)

Grom Boys Surf

Kuo Yu-Si (Chinese Taipei) Andrei Solovev (IWWF) Lin Hao Ze (Chinese Taipei)

Grom Girls Skim

Abygaelle Perren (Switzerland) Clair Hurta (USA) Emma Proudfit (USA)

Grom Boys Skim

Declyn Van Der Riet (USA) Andrei Solovev (IWWF) Quinnton Tze Hin Wong (Hong Kong, China)

Masters Divisions

Masters athletes delivered standout performances throughout the week, showcasing the depth of talent and experience across the sport. Several former champions once again proved their world-class ability on the international stage.

Master Women Surf

Lin Szu Hsuan (Chinese Taipei) Rahel Seger (Switzerland) Alessandra Zanicotti (Italy)

Master Men Surf

Kim Sang Hyun (Korea) Michael Steinlesberger (Austria) Kang Jinhyeop (Korea)

Master Women Skim

Rahel Seger (Switzerland) Tatiana Ryzhak (IWWF) Alessandra Zanicotti (Italy)

Master Men Skim

Sean Silveira (United States of America) Gianmarco Panaccione (Italy) Matthew Lucini (Italy)

Veteran Divisions

Veteran competitors brought skill and consistency to the water, demonstrating that high-level wakesurfing continues across generations.

Veteran 1 Men Surf

Keith Pohl (United States of America) Lee Sunghee (Korea) Lin Hao-Ting (Chinese Taipei)

Veteran 1 Women Skim

Amelie Zhang (United Arab Emirates) Nicole Hudson (United States of America) Nina Ryzhenkova (Spain)

Veteran 1 Men Skim

Volodymyr Chuba (Ukraine) Eric Gamboa Ordonez (Philippines) Martin Vlcek (Czech Republic)

A Growing Global Stage

Athletes representing 20 nations, across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, highlighted the sport’s growing international reach. In total, medals were earned by athletes from 16 different federations across the Wake Surf and Wake Skim disciplines. The Championships also showcased Chinese Taipei’s growing strength, particularly in the Junior and Masters divisions. Among the event’s standout performers were Tyler Stewart (USA), defending Open Men’s Surf champion; Whitley Stewart (USA), defending Open Women’s Skim champion; Jett Lambert (USA), reigning World Games champion; and Matvei Savichev (IWWF), the only athlete to claim two gold medals. From the Open divisions to the Grom, Junior, Masters and Veteran categories, the competition reflected the depth and breadth of wakesurfing talent around the world—and the sport’s continued momentum on the international stage. Full results and photos: https://iwwf.sport/world-title-events/wakesurfworlds2026/ Editor’s note: The source release states that 18 world titles were awarded, but the results supplied here list 15 divisions. It may be worth confirming whether three categories are missing before publication.

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10 Aug

IT'S GO TIME: THE 2026 IWWF WORLD CABLE WAKEBOARD & WAKESKATE CHAMPS ARE LIVE IN BEIJING

Shunyi, Beijing – Alright, strap in, because the biggest cable event on the planet just dropped the gate. The 2026 IWWF World Cable Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championships are officially underway at the legendary Shunyi Olympic Cable Park, and day one did NOT disappoint. The world's hardest-charging cable riders hit the water and immediately set the tone: this week is going to be absolutely unhinged.
We're talking 170+ riders. 30 countries. Wakeboard, wakeskate, AND seated divisions all stacked with absolute savages gunning for that world title. Sanctioned by the IWWF, this is the one event where the global cable family converges to see who's truly been putting in the work all year. And trust us – the level on display from the very first heats? Insane.
Competition runs August 10th through the 15th, with quals shredding through the week before finals go down Friday and Saturday. Individual titles, team titles, bragging rights for the next two years – it's all on the line.
And can we talk about this venue for a sec? Shunyi Olympic Cable Park is the spot. Beijing hosted IWWF World Cup events back in '13 and '14, and seeing elite-level cable come roaring back here hits different. China keeps showing up for this sport in a massive way – from building out the infrastructure to backing cable wake's inclusion in The World Games 2025. The growth is real, and it's beautiful to witness.
Whether you're trackside or refreshing your feed from the other side of the world, you do NOT want to miss this one. Live streams, results, photo galleries, all the event news – everything's running through the official IWWF World Championships site. Pull up. Watch your favourite riders go to war. Lose your voice screaming at a screen.
This is cable wake at its absolute peak. Let's go.
Stay locked in all week. We'll be covering the madness.

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03 Aug

2026 IWWF World Wakeboard Championships Kick Off Today In Italy

2026 IWWF World Wakeboard Championships: The world’s elite wakeboarders are converging on the crystal-clear waters of Lago del Salto as the opening heats officially kick off one of the most highly anticipated IWWF events of the calendar year. Competitors from around the globe will be vying for coveted world titles across a wide range of age divisions. Adding to the excitement, a substantial USD 50,000 prize purse will be awarded in the Open Men’s and Open Women’s categories, underscoring the IWWF’s ongoing dedication to nurturing elite talent and rewarding peak athletic performance.

Set against the breathtaking scenery of Lago del Salto, the stunning natural landscape serves as the perfect arena for these world-class athletes to showcase their skills in front of an international audience of fans, officials, and supporters.
Based in Rieti, the IWWF is thrilled to welcome all athletes, team staff, sponsors, and spectators to this spectacular championship. The event not only unites the international wakeboarding community but also shines a spotlight on the sport's ongoing expansion and global appeal.
A major highlight of the 2026 championships is the backing of Malibu Boats. The Malibu M230 has been named the Official Towboat for the event. Celebrated for its cutting-edge technology, precision handling, and industry-leading wake shaping, the M230 will ensure flawless and consistent water conditions for the athletes throughout the entire week of competition.
Fans who cannot make it to Italy can catch all the action, as the tournament will be live-streamed across all six days of the championship.
Stay up to date with live results, event news, and all the latest information by visiting: https://iwwf.sport/world-title-events/2026wakeboardworlds/

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24 Jul

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16 Sep

Paris Gears Up to Host the 2024 IWWF World Cable Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championships

One of the most popular destinations after the Olympics Paris 2024

“The 2024 IWWF World Cable Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championships will be held from 15th to 22ndSeptember 2024 at Le Kable, in Choisy le Roi, Paris. Following the success of the 2023 IWWF European Cable Wakeboard Championships at the same venue, this global event will gather the world’s top wakeboard and wakeskate athletes. With over 200 riders expected, this event will be a highlight of the international cable wakeboarding calendar, drawing fans and supporters from across the globe. Patrice Martin, President of the Fédération Française de Ski Nautique et de Wakeboard (FFSNW), expressed his enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to host the 2024 IWWF World Cable Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championships in Paris. “Le Kable” offers world-class facilities that will undoubtedly help the riders perform at their best. We look forward to welcoming participants and spectators to what promises to be an unforgettable event.” Paris promises to be the top sports destination this Summer and participants of the 2024 IWWF World Cable Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championships will for sure feel the recent Olympic vibe in the city. Next year marks a historic milestone as cable wakeboarding returns to the prestigious stage of the World Games after a two-decade hiatus. Participation in the 2024 IWWF World Cable Wakeboard Championships is mandatory for riders aspiring to secure one of the limited qualifying cable wakeboard spots available to compete in  The World Games 2025, in Chengdu, China.  There will only be 14 spots allocated for men and 14 spots for wom to be part of these multi-sports games. Bulletin 1 can be downloaded here. More information about starting list and results here 

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About FFSNW The French National Waterski & Wakeboard Federation (FFSNW) founded in 1947, is the governing body for water skiing and wakeboarding in France. FFSNW is dedicated to promoting and developing these sports through competitions, events, and educational programs across the country. FFSNW also selects and manages the French National Team for European and World Championships and all the International multisport events (Word games, Mediterranean games…)
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