EFPT Lefkada Corona Open, end report

Anxton Otaegui wins the Corona open in Milos Beach&
today

 

The word of the day was "sick". Everyone who saw these last heats will leave the place stoked like hell.

 

But first things first.
The double on Saturday brought amazing action to Milos Beach. top riders in yellow lycras were waiting for their opponents to move forward and fight for better positions.

 

Young Swedish rider Niklas Strahlen (RRD/Simmer Style) was fighting his way through, beating Jakub Kosmowski (Tabou/Gaastra) as well as Andy "Bubble" Chambers (JP/NP) until he got stoped by Normen Günzlein (JP/NP). In the end he finished in 6th Position what is a great success. Normen met then Nikolas Akgazcyan (Starboard/Gun Sails) and as we all know the heat had to be stopped because of the dropping wind. In the end, Niko even broke his mast and had to be brought back to the beach by the rescue boat. As Niko had to leave the place at Saturday night the heat couldn't be repeated and Normen, who was leading the stopped heat, went one step further. In heat 33 he met the newcomer of this season the Belgium dude Stevan van Broeckhoven (F2). The young man was on fire and Normen had to fight hard to advance, but he knew what to do and in the end of the 5min heat G186 was in front. And as he was already on fire he was fully motivated during his heat against Andre Paskowski (Fanatic/North Sails). Another unbelievable heat was on the water. Andre and Normen, the two freestyle heroes of the team germany gave everything and as the chop was pretty high you could see "sick" jumps. All other riders and the greek spectators on the beach went crazy when both guys showed fantastic high one handed flakas almost at the same time. When the red flag went up and the heat was over Normen was once again announced as the winner of the heat and the final run against Antxon Otaegui (JP/NP) was about to begin. Both competitors on JP Boards and Neil Pryde sails in the same colour, pretty hard to say who is who… the judges had to use binoculars at the beginning to recognize the guys.

 

The almost 20 knots onshore wind brought them closer to the beach during the heat and they were fighting straight in front of the judge tower. Normen pulled a funnel Diablo, a nice switch kono and even had a kulo on his side and also other moves. Antxon showed his style in moves like switch chachoos, clef first punyeta Diablo, a "sick" ponch and esliders on both sides. In the end the riders and spectators were waiting severall minutes for the decision of the judges which had a hard time to decide between the two riders. a tough job.

 

It was Antxon Otaegui from Spain in the end who the judges had in first position. 3 of 5 judges gave their vote for him and a 3:2 decision shows once again how close it has been.

 

Right at the prize giving ceremony you could already feel how hard this night will be!!! Free corona for everyone brought the guys in the right mood and after packing their stuff most of them hit the road to go and celebrate in the famous "zeus bar"!!!
And if the party will be just half as good as the Corona Party last night, you better get in the way of the boys.

 

EFPT leaves Greece with 2 results. Next stop will be Alacati in Turkey where we also expect great conditions and as always a good time.

 

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PWA World Tour '07 DVD is out now

Tonix productions proudly present the story of the 2007 World Windsurfing season. Follow the best windsurfers in the world as they tour the globe's best windsurfing spots, and fight for world titles in wave, freestyle and Slalom.

 

Eyewitness life threatening mast high Cape Verde swell, set alongside slalom racing in over 40 knots of wind, and jaw dropping freestyle only meters away from the beach.

 

The golden season for the elite world tour included the historic Cabo Verde World Cup, in addition to 10 other events, 4 brand new stops, 3 disciplines, 6 world titles and 100% wind.

 

Kicking off on the Island of Sal, the year had a perfect start beyond the wildest dreams of the stars and fans alike. Powerful waves peeling down the Ponta Preta break stunned the outside world and set the tone for the season. The wave tour also took in beautiful Guincho in Portugal, wild Gran Canaria, a fresh stop in Brazil, the traditional German windfest in Sylt, and the ultimate cultural experience in Scotland.

 

Fast and furious slalom racing gripped the public in Korea, Lanzarote, Cataluña, Fuerteventura, Pozo, Turkey and Germany before the twists and turns of the Freestyle fleet whipped up a new world champion in the final seconds. Tune into all the tension and drama of the almighty 2007 PWA World Tour with this awe inspiring release.

 

To order your copy and check out the DVD trailer, navigate to the homepage and click on the PWA Tour 2007 icon in the DVD section on the left hand side of the page. DVD's will start shipping on the 3rd of June.

 

SOURCE: PWA

Michael Naumann wins first leg of the German speed championship

 

In gusty low wind conditions Michael Naumann (Loft  sail) won the first leg, which counts toward for windsurfing the championship of the German speed.

 

The wind was straight enough for top speed around 30 knots, not also bad for choppy the conditions in Drankse/in reproaches. Thorsten Mallon (F2, north) came into second before Manfred Merle.

Marina Alabau Spain leads to the top of the ISAF World Rankings

 

 

Spain rise to the top of national positions in the latest version of the ISAF World Sailing Rankings.
Directed by Marina Alabau (ESP), which holds the world # 1 spot in the Women's RS: X, Spain now has five crew Ranked among the top three in the world and across all 11 Olympic events.

 

Men's Windsurfing - RS: X

 

MIARCZYNSKI Przemyslaw (POL) stays top for the fourth consecutive men RS: X Rankings, a bronze medal in the Championship of Europe from Brest to the latest addition to his trophy cabinet. However, the world # 2 Joao Rodrigues (POR) has closed the gap on the leader, the cut-off points' difference at the top less than 50 after he was crowned champion of Europe 2008 in France.

 

Behind the first two, Julien BONTEMPS (FRA) climbs two places to # 3 after a magnificent month for the French. Since the annulment of the Medal of the race in this year's World Championship in New Zealand, BONTEMPS has found his form and follow-up to a silver medal in the performance of Europeans to win gold in Medemblik.

 

It's also been a good few weeks for the Netherlands "Dorian VAN RIJSSELBERGE. A fourth place at the Europeans was followed by second in Medemblik to lift him up three places in this ranking release # 19. His colleague and rival for windsurfing Dutch Olympic spot Casper Bouman (NED) is also growing, up five places to # 11. Other sailors in this Ranking release that make good profits after strong finishes, both in Minsk and Medemblik CARIOLOU Andreas of Cyprus, until five to # 29, and 19-year-old Elliot Carney of Great Britain, which rises from # 85 to # 56.

 

From Women's Windsurfing - RS: X

 

It has been a great month for the Women's RS: X world # 1 Marina Alabau (ESP), who retains his European title in Brest, before taking victory in Medemblik. The Spanish has maintained first place in the rankings since February 2007 and on current form (which has finished on the podium at all ISAF Graded event he has competed in this year) seems destined to be a fixture there for some time.

 

Hyeres winner Zofia KLEPACKA (POL) remains at # 2 after a fourth place at the Europeans, while Charline PICON (FRA) to # 3 and Barbara Kendall (NZL) to # 4 are also indifferent after winning the silver medals in Brest and Medemblik respectively.

 

Although PICON has the highest classification, Faustine MERRET (FRA) will represent France at the Olympic Games this August. May proved to be a good month for the reigning Olympic champion, who finished just behind PICON to win bronze at the Europeans and sailed very impressive all week in Medemblik, losing only on the podium after his illness was ruled out of the Medal of the race. MERRET gains a place in this Ranking release until # 5.

 

Also moving up Blanca MANCHON (ESP), from # 11 to # 6 and reigning World Champion Alessandra Sensini (ITA), rising two places to # 8. Athena Greek sailor Antonia FREY gains five places to # 16. Bulgaria's Irina Konstantinov-BONTEMPS also enjoys an important impetus in this Ranking release. She won eight sites until # 22 after a 16th the Europeans and seventh place in Medemblik.

The Gorge Freestyle frenzy Back

  

 

The Gorge Freestyle Frenzy americas North is the first strong winds Freestyle windsurfing competition, and this year again for the sixth consecutive year 2. It claimed to be the only contest freestyle advanced americas Northern pointed out that 48 competitors from as far away as Maui and Ontario.

 

The contest is a format of 1 day, to be held in the Spring Creek Fish Hatchery in Underwood, Washington, the first day windy enough between July 6 to 20. Wait 'epic Gorge conditions. "

 

There are many divisions for women, men, children, teachers and the showcase division, the "Super Frenzy." Although Super Frenzy calls for the latest and greatest moves, the male division is more than one format classic freestyle, where quality "ravine Sail" will win the day. Jumps high hopes and good size. Children also doubles division as the qualifier for the World Championships in ProKids Bonnaire.

 

 

PWA Lanzarote scheduled for June 23/28th

The Spanish town of Costa Teguise, on the Canary island of Lanzarote, will welcome the PWA to their coasts for the second encounter of the men's freestyle, and the first clash in women's freestyle discipline.

 

The dates have been confirmed, and the action will take place between 23 and June 28. Expect to see all the big names of men and women freestyle pull down anything in the light breezes, a 40 knot trade winds and mast high surf. If last year is anything to go, this case will go off.

 

Tune in pwaworldtour.com to keep up with all the action of this epic freestyle, including impressive photo and video galleries, interviews with sailors, and daily summaries of the contest.

 

Application forms are available at the PWA office, or if you have any questions regarding this event, e-mail info@pwaworldtour.com.

10.000 athletes to compete in the Asian Beach Games '08

Indonesia will make history from the 18th to October 26, 2008, when it hosts the first games of beach Asia in the world. Bali will become the venue of this international event which will see 45 countries participating with more than 10000 athletes, officials, media and all volunteers who come to the Island of the Gods for this world-class event.

 

At a press conference held in Puri Santrian Hotel in Sanur, President of The National Olympic Committee of Indonesia (Koni), Ibu Rita Subowo officially announced and informed the press about the ongoing preparations for the 2008 Asia Games beach, marks the largest event ever hosted in Bali.

 

"Through the Beach Games Asia 2008, Bali will become the focal point of Sporting Tourism in Asia. In addition to strengthen Bali as one of the known tourist destinations in the world, but also the independence of Indonesia as a of the major sporting nations in Asia. "He said the Governor of Bali, Dewa Made Beratha BPK.

 

IBU Rita Subowo added: "It's a great honor for Indonesia to be selected to host this historic sporting event. Bali is the perfect place for the Games of Asia and beach as this event is the first of its kind in the world, Indonesia is ready to show the world our true hospitality by welcoming all athletes, officials and everyone involved in our great country to witness the spirit of the Beach Games Asia 2008. We are confident that all people attending were impressed and hope to leave a lasting impression in the minds of everyone. "

 

More than 50000 people are expected to support the countries participating in 13 sports will compete for the first time this case commissioned by the Olympic Council of Asia. The areas of Kuta, Sanur, Serangan Pulau, Tanjung Benoa Jimbaran and have been selected to serve as the headquarters of each sport. Beach Volley Ball, surfing, jet skiing, sailing, windsurfing, Takraw Beach, Beach Hand Ball, beach football, Para Gliding, Dragon Boat Racing Triathlon, Marathon Swimming, and the new sports are wooden ball sports that will be competed on.

 

The Beach Games in Asia is a multi-sport event held every two years among athletes representing countries in Asia. The games celebrate cooperation and unity despite differences where athletes from a wide variety of nations are able to travel, meet new people, and bring back memories for the rest of the world to their nations of origin. The Beach Games in Asia forge unity and friendship among its member nations to join the athletes, coaches and officials together.

 

Many beach international sporting events are organised each year in Bali. But games such as beach games in Asia, requires a specific plan with the participation of concentrated efforts governmental and non-governmental sectors for its success. To address these diversified activities, in Asia Bali Beach Games Organizing Committee (BABGOC) was formed in March 2006.

 

BABGOC, under the sponsorship of Koni and the city of Bali, in close cooperation with the Government of Indonesia, is working diligently to meet the schedules and expectations of preparation stage and sustainably exploit Beach Games in Asia, leading to a long-term legacy.

 

"We also hope to raise awareness of youth in Indonesia and sports enthusiasts and those across Asia through improving the quality of life, instill pride and achievement of international prestige and recognition through sports beach. " Said Ibu Rita Subowo, chairman of Koni.