Olaf Obsommer 2018 Media Professional: this helps me to keep promoting the best sport in the world
Olaf Obsommer is an award-winning film maker and producer: a living legend in whitewater kayaking.
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World Paddle Awards gears up for 2018/19 edition
Brexit may not quite have happened at the time of writing, but among its early victims are the World Paddle Awards, which will be announced online this year instead of in front of an audience of the great and the good of the canoeing world, as in previous years.
2018 World Paddle Awards - finalists announced!
We are proud to reveal the three finalists for each of the WPA awards.
Sportsmanship that Transcends Record-breaking Results - Meet Spain’s Miquel Travé
Miquel Travé’s humility and sportsmanship are outstanding.
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.