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Freestyle

Testing stamina and rapid manoeuvring

Freestyle kayaking is a white water sport where the paddler performs a range of acrobatic tricks and manoeuvres on a river feature (artifical or natural) such as a wave or hole. The discipline is enjoyed by many as a recreational sport and at the top level by those participating in competitions both nationally and internationally. The sport is constantly moving forward with paddlers developing new spectacular moves.

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NEWS

Europe takes control at opening ICF Canoe Freestyle World Cup in Millau
Europe takes control at opening ICF Canoe Freestyle World Cup in Millau
The 2026 ICF Canoe Freestyle World Cup season opened in Millau, France, with more than 100 athletes from 14 nations competing from 25 to 27 June in the first World Cup event of the year.
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New Champions Crowned as Spectacular Finals Conclude the 2026 Paddle Europe Freestyle Championships
New Champions Crowned as Spectacular Finals Conclude the 2026 Paddle Europe Freestyle Championships
The 2026 Paddle Europe Freestyle Championships reached an exciting conclusion on Saturday, 13 June, as Europe’s finest freestyle paddlers battled for continental glory in Lieksa, Finland. A packed day of finals delivered world-class performances, dramatic turnarounds, and unforgettable moments, bringing an end to a memorable championship marked by exceptional sportsmanship and a vibrant atmosphere both on and off the water.
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Drama, Historic Finnish Success and Last-Ride Heroics Define Semi-Finals Day in Lieksa
Drama, Historic Finnish Success and Last-Ride Heroics Define Semi-Finals Day in Lieksa
On the penultimate day of 2026 Paddle Europe Freestyle Championships the contestants competed in semi-finals, the scores deciding who will continue the competition tomorrow and who will settle on continuing the night in the loser’s party. The wave seemed a bit more flushy, resulting in slightly lower points than yesterday. Read more