Cape Town, stand up! The Global Kiteboarding Awards have arrived on our shores! Among the nominees are four South African kiteboarding athletes who compete internationally and are in the running for some of the 14 global title awards that are up for grabs.
Cape Town, South Africa (10 January 2025) – The Global Kitesports Association (GKA) is proud to announce the highly anticipated Qatar Airways GKA Awards to be held in Cape Town on Friday, 10 January, marking the first time that this prestigious event will be held in Cape Town and on the African continent.
Imagine the world’s top kiteboarders, including some legendary Capetonians, battling it out for 14 awards like Rider of the Year, Freestyle Move of the Year, and Wave of the Year, to name a few.
“The GKA Awards will honour the sport’s greatest athletes, highlight their most remarkable achievements, and pay tribute to the global kiteboarding community that continues to inspire and innovate within the world of watersports.
“They celebrate the outstanding achievements of the world’s top kiteboarders and shine a light on the relentless dedication and passion of those who push the boundaries of what’s possible with a kite, inspiring future generations and elevating the sport to new heights,” says Dr Jörgen Vogt, CEO of the GKA Kite World Tour.
This spectacular awards event promises to be the “Oscars of Kitesurfing”, and it isn’t just about the awards; it’s a celebration of the entire kiteboarding community – from the athletes pushing the limits to the fans who inspire them.
And the excitement doesn’t stop there! The GKA Big Air Challenge is also happening in the Western Cape, with teams competing for the highest jumps.
The prized statuettes will be awarded to the best men and women athletes who will be given the top honour in the Rider of the Year awards.
The event promises an unforgettable evening filled with excitement, passion, and celebration. With many of the world’s best kiteboarders basing themselves in Cape Town to train in the cranking Cape Doctor winds that blow from November to March, a big turnout of professional athletes is guaranteed.
As South Africa’s kiteboarding mecca, Cape Town is the perfect setting for this world-class celebration!
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