(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Red Bull Media House
Red Bull is a sponsor of at least fifteen paddlesports athletes from as many different nations.
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(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Peter Tranter - The Paddler Ezine
The Paddler ezine describes itself as ‘the international digital magazine for recreational paddlers’.
(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Nadezhda Makarchenko - Belarus
Nadezeya Makarchanka won three gold medals in the C1 200, C2 200 and C2 500 at the Junior World Championships.
(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Michele Eray - South Africa
Michele Eray's enthusiasm, versatility and passion for paddlesports has seen her grow into one of the most approachable coaches in the world.
(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Men’s Canoe Polo Team - Italy
The Italian Mens Canoe Polo team have etched their name in history by becoming Italy's first ever Canoe Polo World Campions.
(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Martina Satkova - Czech Republic
Martina Satkova is one to watch out for after picking up a swag of medals in both junior and senior competitions in 2016.
(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Kyeta Purchase - South Africa
Kyoto Purchase has become one of the first juniors ever to win a senior medal at the marathon world championships.
(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Klaudia Zwolinska - Poland
Klaudia Zwolinska is the 2016 K1 slalom Junior World and European Champion.
(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Kim Pople - South Africa
Kim Pople's contribution to Canoeing South Africa in various volunteer roles is unrivalled.
(2016 ☆ ARCHIVED) Kiaola - USA
Kialoa was born from a passion for the water and a love for outrigger canoe racing.