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2026 Paddle Europe Wildwater Cup V

Ticino,Switzerland, 9.5.2026 - 10.5.2026

2026 Paddle Europe Wildwater Cup V 9.5.2026
The 2026 edition of the Paddle Europe Wildwater Cup stands as leading European circuit in wildwater canoeing, bringing together elite athletes and emerging talents across seven stages held on some of Europe’s most renowned rivers.
Spanning multiple countries and river profiles, the circuit offers a demanding and varied competitive environment, combining technical precision, physical endurance, and race consistency.
Beyond the competitive dimension, the circuit also plays an important role in promoting wildwater canoeing across Europe, engaging local communities and showcasing the sport in a variety of natural environments. From alpine rivers to more controlled and technical courses, the diversity of venues provides a comprehensive test of athlete versatility.
The Paddle Europe Wildwater Cup 2026 represents a strong commitment to the development and visibility of wildwater canoeing in Europe, combining high-level competition with the unique natural settings that define the discipline.
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Fernando Pimenta Crowned European Champion in the Final Race of the Championships
Fernando Pimenta Crowned European Champion in the Final Race of the Championships
The 2026 Paddle Europe Sprint, Paracanoe and Masters European Championships concluded in Montemor-o-Velho, with the Hungarian team once again winning the highest number of medals among all participating nations.  Portuguese star Fernando Pimenta was crowned European Champion in the last Race of the Championships.
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The Last Masters European Titles in Montemor-o-Velho go to Portugal and France
The Last Masters European Titles in Montemor-o-Velho go to Portugal and France

On the final day of the 2026 Paddle Europe Sprint, Paracanoe and Masters European Championships, the last races of the Masters competition were held. The programme featured the final two official championships events, with European titles going to Portugal’s Nuno Henriques in the MK1 45–49 10,000 m event and the French duo During–Beaumont in the MK2 40–44 200 m event.

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