At just 17, Mo Freitas with his Focus SUP took the overall win, 2nd Paul Jackson from Fanatic who won the long distance on Day 2, Toby Cracknell took the 3rd place with his Naish board, Beau O'Brian from Starboard in 4th, Chase Kosterlitz and his Bic SUP in 5th and Bart de Zwart from Starboard in 6th.
In the women's, fewer participants but Angela Jackson showed a great display of strength nevertheless and won easily both the sprints and the long distance.
The Japanese hosts and crowd were very welcoming and friendly and Chigasaki proved a great Stand Up World Series destination !
Here are a few videos from the Waterman League and SUPU.
Day 1 – Sprints
Day 2 – Long Distance
Some other great video shots
18 Apr 2025
Japan well known for it’s harmonizing culture, respect for elders, and collectivism invites you to join the 13th annual O2Y Race this upcoming June 28th 2025 (25km and 13km downwind distances). Today on TotalSUP we sit down with Takuji, the passionate race director of the Okinawa Downwind Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Race. With deep roots in […]
14 Apr 2025
Today on TotalSUP we delve into the adventures and insights of professional photographer Jimmy Martinello who has seamlessly integrated Red Equipment into his outdoor pursuits. From navigating the rugged terrains of the Yukon and North West Territorities Canada to capturing stunning landscapes in Iceland, Jim’s experiences highlight the durability and innovation of Red Equipment products. […]
13 Apr 2025
Think endurance SUP is only for elite athletes paddling hundreds of miles? In this special two-part series, we’re breaking down the basics of long-distance stand-up paddleboarding with insights straight from the Yster SUP endurance squad. First up: Lindsey Tilton, endurance paddler, racer, Coach, and Co-Founder of Aloha Athletics based in Florida, who made headlines after completing […]
12 Apr 2025
GBSUP National Paddle Racing Series , designed to bring together the UK SUP racing community across a range of disciplines and ability levels, promoting both competitive and inclusive participation, has reached another exciting milestone. GBSUP has announced a new collaboration with AquaPaddle, a UK-based charity dedicated to promoting physical and mental well-being through paddle sports, to […]
12 Apr 2025
With a solid history in the world of SUP and an innate passion for innovation, Christian Taucher has long been a key figure in shaping the evolution of SUP equipment. As a competitor, coach, and brand ambassador for Sunova, Christian’s insights on board design and performance are highly valued by athletes around the globe. Lately, […]
11 Apr 2025
When the SUP and all-waterman legend Zane Kekoa Schweitzer says, “It made me excited to SUP surf again… Yeah, I kinda don’t want to ride any other board,” the SUP world is listening and it’s about to be hit with a seismic delivery from Starboard. We’ve all seen the slick teaser drops building the hype […]
11 Apr 2025
At just 20 years old, Spanish SUP athlete Sergio Cantoral has already built an impressive international racing rĂ©sumĂ©. Based in Santa Pola, Alicante, and riding for NSP, Sergio’s journey from standout junior talent to consistent podium contender on the world stage has been shaped by grit, determination, and a dynamic paddling style. At last weekend’s Spring […]
8 Apr 2025
With a decade of passion for stand-up paddleboarding under his belt, Ansis Dobelis has become one of Latvia’s key figures in the sport. Through his company Supfit.lv, he’s helped build a thriving local SUP community, organizing events, rentals, and tours both in Latvia and abroad. In partnership with EĹ˝I events, Ansis is the co-creator of […]
8 Apr 2025
Le Corsica Paddle Trophy est de retour ! Après une annĂ©e d’absence, l’évĂ©nement glisse incontournable en MĂ©diterranĂ©e revient du 2 au 4 mai 2025, avec une toute nouvelle destination qui promet de marquer les esprits : L’Île-Rousse, joyau de la Balagne, devient le terrain de jeu inĂ©dit de cette 6ᵉ Ă©dition. Pendant trois jours, SUP […]
