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WINDSURF NEWS BULLETIN

What an incredible month it’s been for windsurfing around the globe! The PWA / WWT Finals in Maui were absolutely electrifying, with Marcilio Browne and Marc Paré battling it out among a stacked field of Ho’okipa rippers (we stayed up all night to watch!). Before that, Sylt pushed its event an extra day to wrap up the finals in what can only be described as brutal survival conditions…and what a spectacle it was!

Back in the UK, Tiree also extended for an extra day of action and drama at Crossapol, while just a week later the West Wittering Wave Classic wrapped up the season in style with a perfect mix of sun, wind, parties and waves.

Honestly, we hardly know where to start…the past few weeks have been so packed with action, drama, and unforgettable performances. And the excitement’s not over yet, with the upcoming PWA Foil Slalom Finals in Japan just around the corner plus the Oceania Youth Wave Titles are coming up in January in Western Australia. Don’t worry, we’re sending one lucky member of our dedicated team of journalists to Japan and Down Under to cover all the low-downs for you! Oh yes and lets not forget the speed guys who are all headed to Lüderitz for this years season which kicks off on the 3rd of November. 

So, let’s get stuck into all the news, highlights and behind-the-scenes gossip from this whirlwind month in the wonderful world of windsurfing!

Photos: Fish Bowl Diaries / PWA / World Wave Tour…John Carter…Severne

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ALOHA CLASSIC

The PWA / WWT tour wrapped up an incredible season in Maui after a year full of diverse, world-class events… Most of the sailors barely had time to shake off their jet lag from Sylt before hitting the water again at Ho’okipa. You couldn’t have scripted a more nail-biting finish to the season, with both the men’s and women’s titles going right down to the wire as Maui delivered epic wind and waves.

When poor Marc Paré was knocked out in the semis, we were all biting our nails waiting for the outcome of the final. With Marcilio Browne leading for much of his heat, you can only imagine what must have been going through Marc’s mind with his fate out of his hands. Luckily for him, Bernd Roediger (who we reckon was the standout sailor of the contest) and Morgan Noireaux stepped up in the latter half of the final to dash Marcilio’s hopes of another world title. In the end, Marc could finally breathe a huge sigh of relief…his first and well-deserved, world title! Anyone who follows Marc knows just how much passion and hard work he puts into his windsurfing and this result no doubt means everything to him. We have an interview lined up with Marc and he is busy preparing his answers as we speak so watch this space!

YOU CAN READ OUR MORGAN INTERVIEW HERE: 

Windsurf MagazineMORGAN NOIREAUX: ALOHA X 4! | Windsurf Magazine

We have to give a shout out to Robby Swift who finished 4th at the Aloha! This is supposed to be his last full year on tour, but what a way to bow out! No doubt he will be featuring in future Aloha’s and still hunting down huge waves at Jaws and ripping Ho’okipa! Watch out for his sons who could turn heads on the PWA / WWT Youth tour!

Poor Thomas Traversa had a nightmare journey, missing his first flight to Maui due to a visa issue, then facing more delays from a technical fault on his next one. He finally arrived the same evening his repechage heat had already finished…absolutely heart breaking!

Over to the women: after a disappointing result in Sylt, Sarah-Quita Offringa had to deliver in Maui or risk handing the title to 16-year-old rising star Sol Degrieck. As fate would have it, they met in the first semi-final. Sarah-Quita’s Ho’okipa experience shone through as she advanced to the final, while Sol finished third. There’s no doubt we’ll be hearing Sol’s name for years to come her skills are improving rapidly and she’s surely one to watch for future titles.

With her place in the final secured, Sarah-Quita had already clinched the world title…but that wasn’t enough for her! She went on to dominate the final, claiming her fourth Aloha Classic win and an incredible 28th world title.

SARAH QUITA INTERVIEW HERE: 

Windsurf MagazineSARAH QUITA OFFRINGA: UNSTOPPABLE! | Windsurf Magazine

QUICK RECAP ON THE WINDSURF PREDICTIONS: 

We had a shocker!

MEN

1: Bernd Roediger (2nd)

2: Marcilio Browne (3rd)

3: Kai Lenny 

WILD CARD: Also keep an eye on the stacked field of challengers: Morgan Noireaux! (event winner)

WOMEN

1: Sarah Quita Offringa (1st…Yes!)

2: Sol Degriek

3: Marine Hunter (4th)

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STANDOUTS

We loved seeing Jason Prior (one of the founding members of Quatro) tearing it up in the Masters with a crazy Mutant attempt and a slick one-handed air…proper old-school AKA Mark Angulo style! Meanwhile, Josh Stone proved he’s still got it, winning the Masters final ahead of fellow Quatro founders, Francisco Goya and Keith Teboul, alongside the multi-talented Paul Karaolides from Fish Bowl Diaries.

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TIREE

To be honest, everyone heading to Tiree this year feared the worst after Storm Amy sucked the life out of the Atlantic the week before causing havoc on the island. Windguru showed zero wind all week…it wasn’t looking good! But, as if by Tiree magic, a perfect forecast appeared on the day after the event was supposed to finish. With most competitors able to stay an extra day, the entire event ran with results in all fleets and even a livestream!

Crossapol delivered waist- to head-high waves and solid wind from the word go. With the British Wave Title race heating up, there was one wildcard…Dieter Van Der Eyken…who chose the wild shores of Scotland over the waves of Maui to finish his season. Whether it was the lure of the legendary Tiree sword or just curiosity, he certainly made one side of the draw tougher!

In the end, Dieter’s world-class skills shone through as he knocked out Lucas Meldrum in the semis and then beat Phil Horrocks in the final. That second-place finish was enough for Phil to secure the British Champion title without even needing to compete at final event at West Wittering. Lucas managed to edge out Andy Chambers for third. Without Dieter in the mix, things could have gone very differently, but that’s competition for you!

In the women’s fleet, Cori McFarlane dominated all three finals to claim the Tiree Sword…and, like Phil, she’d already done enough to secure the women’s British Wave Champion crown.

EVENT REPORT HERE:

Windsurf MagazineTIREE WAVE CLASSIC 2025: FINALS DAY! | Windsurf Magazine

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WEST WITTERING WAVE CLASSIC

Thankfully, everyone made it off the Tiree ferry in time and just a week later, conditions lined up perfectly for the West Wittering Wave Classic. Simon Bassett gave the green light on Tuesday, and by Friday we had sunshine, strong winds, and waves stretching to the horizon. West Wittering absolutely delivered!

Over 80 competitors signed up across Pro, Amateur, Masters, and Youth fleets. With Phil Horrocks opting to use his discard, the door was open for Lucas Meldrum to shine and from the first heat, he looked the man to beat. The final came down to Lucas versus Andy Chambers, who had also been on fire all day. In the dying minute, Lucas nailed a clean wave 360 to clinch victory, despite Andy’s late comeback with a 360 of his own. For third, local wild man James Cox sent some monster rocket airs to edge out Timo Mullen, who had also been sailing brilliantly.

The men’s pros saw a ton of standout performances, including epic jumping and riding from Paul Hunt, Mark Perry, and Ben Page.

In the women’s division, Izzy Adcock reigned supreme after three hotly contested finals, ahead of strong sailing from Liath Campbell and Annika Loh.

After an epic Friday, many doubted the weekend would deliver, but Wittering came through again with two more days of solid action, allowing every fleet to get results.

Saturday night saw the launch of Windsurfer Magazine and an awesome party at Jamie Hawkins’ Beach Café. Peter Hart (in a white tux!) was on the mic, drinks flowed, and the mag team…Tris Best, Dan McAuley, Ollie Sargent, and Lucas Meldrum, were introduced to a buzzing crowd. Guests then checked out a display of classic 80s and 90s boards before the night descended into shirt-ripping chaos (no names mentioned!).

Report and photos here: 

Windsurf MagazineTHE 2XS WAVE CLASSIC 2025: ONE TO REMEMBER! | Windsurf Magazine

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LÜDERITZ

Yep it is that time of year when all the top speed sailors from around the world head to Namibia hoping to snag that record breaking day! Severne will be hoping Antoine Albeau will be smashing his own speed record down the canal but don’t discount Cedric Bordes who could also be gunning to go way beyond 50 knots.

Jenna Gibson and Simon Pettifer are also en route and have touched down in Cape Town… but we heard some of their board bags did not arrive so they may have to stay in the city until they are reunited with all that vital equipment . 

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PWA FOIL SLALOM JAPAN

It’s almost time for the PWA Foil Slalom Finals in Japan, and the tension couldn’t be higher. Matteo Iachino is currently in the driver’s seat, with Pierre Mortefon and Amado Vrieswijk hot on his heels. Sylt winner Johan Soe might be out of title contention as he missed the first event of the season in Guadeloupe, but he’s definitely capable of shaking up the results. With no discards this year, every race counts…expect fireworks!

In the women’s fleet, Justine Lemeteyer will be fighting hard to defend her world title, but again, with no discards, anything can happen.

One thing’s for sure…it’s going to be a thrilling finale, and if past seasons are anything to go by, expect drama, surprises and maybe even a few tears and tantrums!

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OCEANIA YOUTH WAVE TITLES – WESTERN AUSTRALIA

While we’re heading into dark, chilly winter days, over in Western Australia they’re gearing up for an epic youth wave event in Geraldton! We caught up with Jane Seman to get the inside scoop on what to expect… watch this space for more updates!

Jane Seman “It’s such an honour that Geraldton in Western Australia has been chosen to host the World Junior Wave Grand Final.  I think WA has the largest group of youth windsurfers in any one place right now and there’s been a huge effort from a lot of people over the last eight years to make that happen. Loads of people just volunteering their time every weekend.  Severne, Patrik and Starboard helping out with gear and even making new gear to suit what the youth were doing or needing.

But it’s all created a really healthy, fun, friendly atmosphere.  The windsurfing kids have become such good friends and also made friends with visiting families and lot meeting new people.  So whilst this has a more serious competition element and the kids definitely push each other, it’s also just loads of fun, really social and super friendly.

Geraldton has probably got to be the best place in the world for families to windsurf together.  It has warm water and a variety of spots that cater for complete beginners to total pros like Jaeger Stone.  There’s Coronation Beach that starts with flat, shallow water, then leads into small rolling swells and then further out the back are soft but bigger breaking waves.  Sunset Beach in Geraldton works when the swell is bigger and that’s a super fun sectiony wave that offers great riding and jumping.  Then the Spot works in small swells and just has an endless amount of easy reforms that are super fun for both jumping or popping aerials.  Everyone has a good time here (except maybe you JC who has to sit in the wind and shoot into the sun!).”

There is a tonne of event info here: 

Junior World Wave Grand Final + Oceania Youth Wave Titles + Junior Windsurf Camp – Windsurfing Western Australia