Greece to Welcome WingFoil World Cup Event in September

2023 WingFoil World Cup Series Silvaplana. Photo source: WingFoil World Cup

Greece is gearing up to host the WingFoil Racing World Cup for the first time, attracting renowned athletes from around the world.

The WingFoil Racing World Cup is a prestigious event established by the International Wing Sports Association (IWSA) and led by the Racing Rules of Sailing and the class-specific rules of the WingFoil Open Class. The WingFoil Racing World Cup features a range of competitive events centered around wingfoiling, a water sport that combines aspects of windsurfing, kiteboarding, and stand-up paddleboarding. Participants use a handheld wing to harness the wind’s power while riding a hydrofoil board.

The WingFoil Racing World Cup 2024 will be organized by Kyvernitis Travel Group and the Athens Nautical Club and held during September 10-14 in the Navarino Bay area of Costa Navarino, the sustainably driven destination in the Mediterranean.

“This event guarantees excitement for spectators and athletes alike, offering a unique opportunity to experience the sport up close,” the organizers said in a recent announcement.

Athletes at 2021 WingFoil Racing World Games Garda. Photo source: WingFoil World Cup

During the four-day event, top athletes will compete in a series of races, highlighting skill, speed, and innovation in this emerging water sport. The series will offer a unique blend of excitement and competition, set against a backdrop of various stunning water landscapes.

Winners will claim a prize of 10,000 euros and 300 points in the championship’s world ranking.

According to the organizers, wingfoiling is on the rise, recognized by the International Sailing Federation as a rapidly growing sport. Drawing interest from young athletes worldwide and enthusiasts of other extreme sports like Formula Kite and IQ-Foil, it’s set to captivate audiences with its dynamic energy.

Navarino Bay at Costa Navarino.

W Costa Navarino will host this major sporting event amidst the pristine natural landscape of Messinia in the southwest Peloponnese. At Costa Navarino, sports enthusiasts can opt for kitesurfing, diving, yachting, sailing, and more, suitable for beginners as well as experienced fans.

The event is also supported by the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) and the Pylos Nestor Municipality.

More information is available at https://www.kyvernitis.gr/sports-and-events/wing-foil/

The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) is a communication sponsor of the WingFoil Racing World Cup event.