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Welcome to our collection of the biggest news and stories that have taken place in the SUP world from the previous month. Let's recap what happened in October 2025.
AUSTRALIAN SUP TITLES - 2025 Results
The 2025 Australian SUP Titles concluded in spectacular fashion at Phillip Island, celebrating the nation’s top stand-up paddlers across surfing and racing disciplines. With small but clean waves and light offshore winds, competitors showcased their skills in true Victorian style. Local favourite Matt Takle (VIC) impressed in the Thermos Open Men’s division with a near-perfect score to claim the title, while Rebecca Dunning (NSW) dominated the women’s divisions, taking victories in the Open Women, O40 Women, and both the Technical and Marathon O40 Women’s races. Other standout performances came from veterans Dave Sheen (WA) and Marty Cole (NSW), alongside rising talent Willa Webb (VIC), who won the U18 Junior Women’s crown.
In the racing divisions, Queensland’s Juan Cruz and Victoria’s Sorelle Nolan claimed the Open Men’s and Women’s Marathon titles, while Connor Linz (NSW) and Ke’ale Dorries (QLD) took out the Technical Races. Age-group competitors like Warwick Lee (VIC) and Dave Warner (VIC) also impressed, and Hayden Copping (NSW) dominated the prone categories. The event was a true celebration of SUP’s diversity and community spirit, with competitors tackling everything from clean point breaks to challenging open-water marathons. Organisers praised all athletes, volunteers, and supporters for making the 2025 edition a standout success.
ENTRIES OPEN SUPER FESTIVAL - ICF 2026
Paddle UK is excited to announce that entries are now open for SUPER Festival 2026 – ICF Stand Up Paddling World Cup English Riviera, taking place from 24–28 June 2026. This landmark event marks the first-ever ICF SUP World Cup in the UK, bringing elite international competition and a festival atmosphere to the stunning English Riviera, including Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham.
For the first time, the International Canoe Federation (ICF) is hosting a SUP World Cup of this scale in the UK. The event is expected to attract around 200 of the world’s top athletes, competing in sprint, technical, and distance racesacross various age categories, including juniors, open, over 40s, and over 50s. Participants will race on hard boards up to 14ft, with opportunities to compete in ICF World Cup medal events or in festival formats. Prize money is available for the Open categories.
Register Now
Entries are now open, with an early bird discount available until the end of December. Members of Paddle UK, Paddle Cymru, Paddle Scotland, and Paddle Northern Ireland receive a 25% discount on all entry fees. To register and for more information, visit the official SUPER Festival website.