2018 World Paddle Awards - finalists announced!
We are proud to reveal the three finalists for each of the WPA awards.
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2018 World Paddle Awards nominees announced
We are proud to reveal the nominees in all seven award categories for the 2018 World Paddle Awards (WPA).
Nominations Open for Fair Play Awards 2018
The WPA Fair Play Award acknowledges the importance of fundamental values integral to all sports and relevant in everyday life.
Nomination time 2018 season - fifth anniversary World Paddle Awards
As another fantastic season draws to a close, it is once again time to come together and celebrate the year’s exceptional achievement in paddlesports!
Consolidated voting 2017 World Paddle Awards
The consolidated results of both the Public and Academy vote for the 2017 World Paddle Awards.
Peter Kauzer wins the 2017 Sportsman of the Year award as he sets his focus on Tokyo 2020.
Peter Kauzer is one of the most accomplished Slalom paddlers on the international circuit, having won a medal at every major championship.
Marathon legend Hank McGregor earns 2017 Academy Award
Hank McGregor is one of the most dominating canoe marathon paddlers of all time. His passion for paddling and commitment to ensuring the development of the sport in his home country of South Africa and beyond make him a deserving winner of the 2017 Academy Award.
2017 Foundation Award winner Dennis Newton is the backbone of Wildwater Kayaking
Winning the 2017 Foundation Award at the World Paddle Awards overnight for his outstanding commitment to wildwater kayaking, Dennis’ passion, love and commitment to the sport is unparalleled.
Finn Larsen wins 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award for his dedication to Kayaking in Denmark
After dedicating over 45 years of his life to paddlesports and the development of athletes in Denmark, Finn Larsen was awarded the Lifetime Achievement award at the World Paddle Awards ceremony last night.
First combined Whitewater Championships in Pau wins the 2017 Industry Professional Award
With over 500 Whitewater athletes from 65 nations in attendance, the 2017 ICF Canoe World Championships in Pau was the first Slalom, Wildwater and Extreme Slalom combined event in history.