Thursday, 21 December 2017

2017 Malibu Evolution Pro Series Presented by Rockstar Energy Airing on NBC Sports Sunday, Dec. 24th at 5:00 p.m. ET.

(December 21, 2017) – The 2017 Malibu Evolution Pro Series presented by Rockstar Energy will air on NBC Sports Network this Sunday, December 24th at 5:00 p.m. ET. Set your DVR, tune-in and join the journey that took the world’s best wakeboarders across the globe to compete at the highest level behind the world-class Malibu M235. Comprised of three stops on the WWA Wakeboard World Series (WBWS), each Malibu Evolution Pro Series event was action packed featuring the 2017 season’s most pivotal moments and epic performances.

Stop one took place in Loudon, TN at Malibu Boat’s world headquarters with the Malibu Factory Smoky Mountain Pro presented by Rockstar Energy. Located along the Tennessee river, crowds gathered both on shore and on the water to watch as a highlight reel final kept everyone on their feet.

Stop two headed to Vienna, Austria on the historic Danube River for the Malibu Vienna Pro presented by Rockstar Energy. Featuring both Pro Wakeboard and Wakesurf divisions, this event plugged-in to Europe’s progressive wake scene and became a challenging test of will, experience, and strategy as athletes battled challenging conditions.

The third and final stop capped off both the Malibu Evolution Pro Series and WWA Wakeboard World Series in Shiga, Japan at the Malibu Lake Biwa Pro presented by Rockstar Energy. Japan’s top riders joined the mix on their home turf with incredibly talented athletes that put the pressure on the field throughout every round. The most intense moments of the year, riders once again rose to the occasion and combatted tough conditions that resulted in each round being treated as if it could be the deciding moment of the 2017 season.

TUNE-IN!!!!

Join us this Sunday on NBC Sports Network at 5:00 p.m. ET to watch the world’s top riders compete in the season’s most intense events during the 2017 Malibu Evolution Pro Series presented by Rockstar Energy.

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About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of towed boardsports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 6,000 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.

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Monday, 18 December 2017

2018 NAUTIQUE WAKE SERIES TO INCLUDE FIVE GLOBAL WWA WAKEBOARD WORLD SERIES EVENTS

(December 18, 2017) – The World Wake Association (WWA) and Nautique Boat Company are excited to announce the 2018 Nautique Wake Series, set to include five of the world’s most prestigious WWA Wakeboard World Series (WBWS) events. Towed exclusively behind the 4X Wakesurf and 5X Wakeboard Boat of the Year, the Super Air Nautique G23, each season the Nautique Wake Series delivers the absolute pinnacle of wake competition. The world’s top professional athletes continue to return to this series as a career-defining platform to showcase progression and define themselves as the sport’s elite. A dedication to rider development and a family-friendly environment has made the Nautique Wake Series home to athletes competing in all WWA professional and amateur divisions, continuing a tradition that puts riders first.

“Every year the Nautique Wake Series includes the world’s most amazing events behind the world’s best boat. It brings everyone in wakeboarding together from pro riders to amateurs making each stop a world-class event and family reunion combined. After a delayed start last season, I’m striving for the overall title and I’m excited for another year of seeing everyone push the sport,” said Nautique Athlete and defending Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Champion Meagan Ethell.

The 2018 season will include the most epic lineup of all-time with the inclusion of watersport’s most legendary events. The Nautique Wake Series and WWA WBWS will once again kick off the season at the world’s most spectated watersports event, the Nautique Moomba Masters in Melbourne, Australia. Stop two lands in the beautiful tropical paradise of Cancun, Mexico for the Nautique Wake Open presented by Rockstar Energy. Stop three will see the Nautique Wake Series and WWA WBWS include the Nautique Masters Waterski & Wakeboard Tournament held each year at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, GA for the first time ever, combining the world’s most prestigious event with the world’s elite wake series. Riders will have the opportunity to battle it out for a Masters invitation at the Nautique Masters Wakeboard LCQ held in Orlando, Florida. Stop four will arrive on the west coast in Monroe, WA for the Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships presented by Rockstar Energy. The fifth and final stop will take us to Miyoshi City, Japan for the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships.

Pro Men, Pro Women, Jr. Pro Men and Pro Wakeskate athletes compete throughout the season with over $30,000 (USD) in additional overall prize money on the line for the overall Nautique Wake Series title. The Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships will crown WWA World Champions, Nautique Wake Series Overall Champions and WWA Wakeboard World Series Overall Champions.

2018 Nautique Wake Series Schedule:

Stop #1: Nautique Moomba Masters
March 7th-12th in Melbourne, Australia (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #2: Nautique Wake Open
April 19th-21st in Cancun, Mexico (WWA-WBWS)

**Nautique Masters Wakeboard LCQ**
April 28th in Orlando, Florida (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #3: Nautique Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament
May 25th-27th in Pine Mountain, Georgia (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #4: Nautique WWA U.S. Wakeboard National Championships
July 25th-28th in Monroe, Washington (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #5: Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships
August 30th-September 2nd in Miyoshi City, Japan (WWA-WBWS)

Dedicated to progressing the sport from the ground up, the Nautique Wake Series puts riders first, developing the stars of tomorrow and showcasing the top athletes of today with every major event held behind the Super Air Nautique G23. The Nautique Wake Series is the only event series that gives riders of all ages, gender and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level.

For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.

For more information on the WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.

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About Nautique Boat Company: Celebrating 93 years of excellence in the marine industry, Nautique is a subsidiary of Correct Craft and has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Nautique is known to push the envelope of possibility on the water, and our owners have come to expect nothing but the absolute best. The Ski Nautique 200 has changed waterskiing with 25 world records, the G-Series has won numerous awards for wakeboard boat and wakesurf boat of the year while unlocking new possibilities in wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and our GS Series has given families endless days on the water without compromise. Through our Nautique Cares initiatives we’re dedicated to not only making a difference on the water,but to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com.

About The WWA: Developed for riders by riders, the World Wake Association stands as a global network of passionate representatives dedicated to the growth of wakesports. Since 1989 our mission and values remain true to the core of our community. Our position as the authority on competitive standards has been earned through consistent development; sanctioning and producing more than 12,500 worldwide events and counting. We are the only organization solely focused on the best interests of the sport, spearheading a collective movement on the journey to discover where wake takes you. The WWA owns and operates the WWA Wakeboard World Series, WWA Wake Park World Series, WWA Wakeboard National Championships, WWA Wake Park National Championships, WWA Wakeboard World Championships, WWA Wake Park World Championships, WWA Wake Park Triple Crown, WWA Pro Card and WWA Rider Experience. For more information on the World Wake Association, check out www.thewwa.com.

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Wednesday, 13 December 2017

❄HOLIDAY BLOWOUT SALE! ⛄ 40% OFF EVERYTHING IN THE WWA STORE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

Happy Holidays from the WWA!

Take advantage of our biggest sale of the year while supplies last with 40% off everything in the WWA store!

T-SHIRTS, HATS, STICKERS, RIDER BIBS AND MORE!

SHIPPING AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE

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Visit the WWA online store for 40% off everything and let the world know your passion is on the water, wherever wake takes you.

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Tuesday, 12 December 2017

WWA Rideline Issue 4 Feature – Guenther Oka

Traveling the world this season, Guenther Oka brought smiles on the dock and domination on the water to glassy boat lines, gnarly winch spots and wake parks across the globe. In this WWA Rideline exclusive, we discover a raw approach to riding a wakeboard from one of the sport’s most fascinating characters. With a priority on fun, he has developed his riding into something unique, and anywhere, anytime, in any form, he’s considered among the best in the world. This is the story everyone wants to hear in the next generation of riders that are quite simply fully committed and limitless. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD NOW!

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The Fourth Issue of WWA Rideline Has Landed!

Download the fourth issue of WWA Rideline now available through our FREE WWA Rideline App! Focused on your country, your riders, and your stories, the WWA Rideline is the global voice of wake. Explore each of our global editions to be released this week with exclusive region-specific articles and worldwide features that explore where wake takes today’s riders.

Download WWA Rideline today and find out why Guenther Oka is MEANT FOR THIS.

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Thursday, 7 December 2017

2017 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships Presented by Rockstar Energy Airing on NBC Sports Saturday, Dec. 9th at 2:30 p.m. ET.

(December 7, 2017) – The 2017 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy will air on NBC Sports Network this Saturday, December 9th at 2:30 p.m. ET. Pulling the sport’s defining moments, 4X Wakesurf and 5X Wakeboard Boat of the Year, the Super Air Nautique G23 once again gave the world’s best professional and amateur wake athletes an elite platform in pursuit of the 2017 WWA World Title. Be sure to set your DVR and tune-in to watch the action-packed 2017 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy from the Canadian National Exhibition waterfront in Toronto!

The 2017 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships marked the fourth stop of the Nautique Wake Series and sixth stop of the WWA Wakeboard World Series (WBWS).

The Pro Men’s division once again came down to razor-thin margins with masterful runs from the entire field. On the hunt to regain his WWA World Champion Title, Clifford was put to the test and threw down a mind-blowing stand-up run for the win. The performance also solidified Clifford’s highly contested 2017 Nautique Wake Series Overall Title. Nic Rapa went massive in the final, landing him in second place just ahead of Nautique rider Mike Dowdy who set the bar extremely high landing back-to-back double flips and a cab 900 off the massive Super Air Nautique G23 wake.

Nautique athlete Meagan Ethell put together one of the best runs of her career to take home her third WWA World Title followed by Nautique teammate Raimi Rutledge in second. Staying consistent all season long with amazing riding, Rutledge secured her second consecutive Nautique Wake Series Overall Title.

Guenther Oka took on a gauntlet of the world’s best Jr. Pro riders to win his second consecutive WWA World Title and the Nautique Wake Series Jr. Pro Overall Title. Rockstar athlete Reed Hansen was on a tear in 2017 and topped it off with his 9th Pro Wakeskate WWA World Title along with the Nautique Wake Series Overall Title. What Reed is able to do on a wakeskate time and time again under pressure is unmatched. Showcasing some of 2017’s best performances, this show is one you don’t want to miss!

TUNE-IN!!!!

Watch the world of wake come together to throw down at the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by Rockstar Energy this Saturday, December 9th at 2:30 p.m. E.T. on NBC Sports Network.

For more information on the Nautique Wake Series Click Here.

For more information on the WWA Wakeboard World Series Click Here.

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Monday, 27 November 2017

TIMO KAPL, DANIEL GRANT, AND JULIA RICK CAPTURE KORAT OPEN GOLD WITH GUENTHER OKA TAKING HOME DOUBLE OVERALL WWA WPWS TITLES

Korat, Thailand (November 27, 2017) – The man of the day, Timo Kapl (AUT) took home his first ever victory in Features Only at the Korat Open this weekend at the new Thai Wake Park in Korat, Thailand. Not only did Kapl win the Features Only division, he also earned himself a bronze medal in the Pro Men’s Traditional category. Daniel Grant (THA) solidified his place at the top of the podium in Pro Traditional with his return to the WWA Wake Park World Series.

The final stop of the 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series did not disappoint with insane performances coming from riders in every division. The day started off with Intermediate Men’s Traditional finals which saw Thailand’s Audi Groennenboom take the win with his smooth hits on the spine and a mix of spins and inverts off the kickers. Giving him a run for his money coming in second was Russia’s Lurii Fedorov followed by Nopadol Pattanamunee (THA) in third.

As the day moved on, the Junior division showcased the sport’s future pros, proving that there is no end in sight to the rapid progression we’ve seen all season long. The action was nonstop as Dong Hyun Park from Korea posted a perfect score of a 100, winning the rails, kickers and air tricks along with comp. Finishing just behind Park on the podium was famous rider Daniel Grant’s little brother, Bobby Grant (THA) in second followed by Wasut Leksantikun (THA) in third.

The Pro Women’s division featured the most dominating rider in all of wakeboarding, Julia Rick (GER), claiming her usual spot of first place with a score of 95.60. Rick stomped a heelside backside 360 transfer on the kinked rail transfer, along with a switch 313 and a switch heelside 720 off the kicker.

“After watching Maxine and Carro throw down, I knew that the only way I could win was if I pulled out all of my hardest tricks,” said Julia Rick.

Joining her on the podium was Maxine Sapulette from the Netherlands in second and Carro Djupsjo from Sweden in third.

Open Wakeskate had one of the event’s deepest fields of competitors with fifteen riders representing five countries duking it out for three podium spots. No stranger to the podium, Thailand’s own Daniel Grant laid down a run that consisted of a kickflip, backside bigspin off the kicker and a switch heelside frontside 360 into the bank on the spine, earning him a first-place finish. Closely behind him was USA’s Andrew Pastura in second followed by Germany’s Andy Kolb in third.

Daniel Grant kept the streak rolling as he also showed dominance in the Pro Men’s Traditional division. Daniel pulled out the most insane trick of the weekend, landing an Indy Tantrum to backside boardslide transfer on the transfer to kink rail. To top it off, Grant landed a toeside backside 9 and a nose grab moby dick 5 to lock up his first-place finish.

“After watching Guenther Oka ride all weekend, the only way to compete with him and the other guys was to pull off something no one was going to expect; the indy tantrum transfer. That, along with my kicker tricks really came together for me as all the other boys killed it!” said Daniel Grant.

The most dominant rider of the year, Guenther Oka placed second and Austria’s TimoKapl rounded out the podium in third.

The main event of the entire weekend was the Pro Men’s Features Only division and it lived up to the hype. Between Germany’s Bene Tremmel, Austria’s Timo Kapl, Belgium’s Victor Salmon and Sweden’s William Klang, the riding had plenty of diversity and originality. In the end, Timo Kapl was the man of the day as he pulled off his first ever victory with a switch heelside frontside 1080 and insane rail to rail transfers on the street box. Kapl was followed by William Klang in second and Thai Wake Park’s Victor Salmon in third.

What a season it was for the 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series. Guenther Oka absolutely dominated at events across the globe in Features Only and Traditional Cable, claiming the 2017 overall WWA Wake Park World Series title in both categories. Oka has sealed his name in wake’s history books two years in a row winning the overall WPWS and world titles in both divisions. In Features Only, Timo Kapl took a close second behind Oka and England’s Joe Battleday took third in the overall series. In Traditional Cable, placing second behind Guenther was Australia’s Busty Dunn followed by the man of the day, Timo Kapl in third.

The 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series has now completed its ninth year, traveling all over the world and playing host to the most rapidprogressionin the history of the sport. The series has established itself as the frontrunner in wake park events, showcasing the best of the best and giving athletes a premier, global platform on which to compete.

CLICK HERE to view Sunday’s final results.

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Saturday, 25 November 2017

PROS AND AMATEURS FIERCELY BATTLE IT OUT DURING DAY ONE OF THE 2017 KORAT OPEN

Korat, Thailand (November 25, 2017) – The field of riders narrows down as day one of the Korat Open has completed. The final stop of the 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series, the entire season all comes down to tomorrow’s competition. The brand new Thai Wake Park Korat saw amateur and professional men and women wakeboard divisions along with the Open Wakeskate division put every feature on display today with some amazing riding. With professional quarterfinals and amateur semifinal rounds now in the books, the level of riding continues to get better and better as the event moves on.

Traditional Cable kicked off the day in Juniors, Intermediate Men and Open Men. Local rider Bobby Grant put the future of wakeboarding on display, winning his heat with a score of 97.70. Grant’s steezy nose grab to tail grab backside 180 off the kicker impressed the judges along with all of his rail and surface tricks on his way to the win. Fellow local shredder Dong Hyun Park won his heat with a near-perfect run.

The Open Men’s division had a large, diverse field of riders representing countries from every part of the globe. Anton Tkachenko from Russia made it through the thick cut of riders by stomping a rail-to-rail on the new a-frame double-rail feature, a maneuver traditionally only seen during the Pro Men’s division. Along with Anton, Thai Wake Park’s own Sanya Pontip was able to advance into Sunday’s Open Men’s final.

One of the largest divisions in the event, the Open Wakeskate riders gave the crowd an insane show. Israel’s Jonathan Silvershatz absolutely slayed the course with a stand-up run to win his heat, landing a perfect backside bigspin in the flats and a switch toeside-backside 180 off the kicker. Joining him in tomorrow’s final is a stacked lineup that includes Andy Kolb, Marc Greitzke, Belgium’s Victor Salmon, Andrew Pastura and the local crowd favorite Daniel Grant.

The Professional Women’s division was perhaps the highlight of the day as Germany’s Julia Rick showed everyone why she is the World Champ, earning a perfect score of 100 in her heat. Rick stomped a switch frontside-heelside 720, a switch mobe and tons of technical rail hits on her way to a perfect score. However, the Netherland’s Maxine Sappulette also won her heat and will be giving it everything she’s got during tomorrow’s final.

“My plan is to go all out in my run for the final” said Maxine Sappulette. “Julia is such a great competitor and she is so dialed in on the course. I plan on giving it my all so that this will be the best women’s final ever seen at an event!”

The day finished with Open and Professional Men’s Features Only. The usual suspects were on top for the Open Men as riders from Russia, and Thailand dominated the semifinal round. In the Pro Men’s division, it was a different story. Austria, Sweden, Belgium, and Germany all had riders win their heats during the quarterfinal round. Thai Wake Park Lamlukka’s Victor Salmon recorded the highest score in the division, landing his double grabbed toeside backside 720, very technical rail to rail hits and also having the best flow in the line section. Look for Victor to be a favorite going into tomorrow’s semifinal.

Day one was an absolute success and a ton of fun, but it will only continue to get better as day two begins. Tomorrow evening we will crown Korat Open winners in several different divisions as well as the Overall 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series Titles. Come out to Thai Wake Park Korat tomorrow for an amazing day of high-flying action for semifinals and finals!

CLICK HERE to view Saturday’s full results.

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Friday, 24 November 2017

2017 WWA WAKE PARK WORLD SERIES FINALE KICKS OFF IN STYLE AT THE NEW TWP KORAT

Korat, Thailand (November 24, 2017) – Thailand’s newest wake park, Thai Wake Park Korat plays host to the final event of the greatest WWA Wake Park World Series (WPWS) season in history. With athletes from every inhabitable continent and one of the largest fields of Pro riders ever at a wake park event along with a new cable stacked with technical features, this may prove to be the best wake park event ever.

Not only does the Korat Pro crown event winners, it also determines the overall WWA Wake Park World Series podium in both Pro Men’s Features Only and Traditional cable divisions. With the largest amount of overall prize money up for grabs to date, riders from all over the planet will have the chance to compete for overall titles and more than $55,000. The 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series brought riders to two different and unique events in the United States with both the Nautique WWA Wake Park National Championships presented by Rockstar Energy at BSR cable park and the California Wake Park Open with its unique “hack” park layout and progressive format. Following those two events, the WPWS headed to Europe at Lago de Azul for the Portugal Pro and then moved on to the Philippines for the WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by Nautique Boats before concluding here in Thailand for the Korat Pro.

Guenther Oka (USA) has firm lead coming into the final event for the overall title in the Features Only race and is currently tied for first with Busty Dunn (AUS) in the Traditional category. The two-time double category Wake Park World Champion will have to bring everything he’s got and remain flawless in every round to take home the overall titles this weekend.

“Stoked to be in the lead right now for both categories, but with the amount of insanely good riders here, it can be anybody’s game to take the lead at this point,” said Guenther Oka. “The feature layout at TWP Korat is exactly what the riders want at a park, so it will definitely provide an amazing show for the finale.”

Along with the Professional Men’s categories, the Korat Open will feature the top riders in the world for the Professional Women’s Traditional competition. Germany’s Julia Rick is riding very strong here in Korat looking to cap off her season on the podium with a win. She will have to make it through a field of very strong Pro Women’s riders including Holland’s Maxine Sapulette, Sweden’s Caro Djupsjo and several very talented Russian riders. The level is sure to be at an all-time high here in Korat.

Along with the professional divisions, this event will feature top amateur wakeboard and wakeskate competitors from around the world. Men and Women from over twenty countries will be represented on the water tomorrow for an amazing finale to the 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series here at the Korat Open. A heated day of riding will see the world’s best battle through the qualification rounds with hopes of making it through to Sunday’s final. Check-in with the WWA on social media for updates throughout the event!

CLICK HERE to view Saturday’s schedule and riding order.

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Thursday, 23 November 2017

Black Friday Sale! 🙌 30% OFF EVERYTHING IN THE WWA STORE 👕

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Wednesday, 22 November 2017

2017 KORAT OPEN RIDER INFO

Registration for all divisions will close on Thursday, November 23rd at 4:00 p.m. local time.

All riders must check in at TWP KORAT on Friday, November 24th from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

All riders must have a current 2017 WWA Membership to compete.

Amateur riders have the option of purchasing an Annual Amateur Membership or Amateur One Event Membership.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE A 2017 WWA ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE A 2017 ONE EVENT AMATEUR MEMBERSHIP

Any rider competing in a Pro Wakeboard Division must have a Pro Membership.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE A 2017 PRO MEMBERSHIP

Click HERE to fill out the Bio Sheet for all riders competing in Traditional Wakepark divisions.

Korat Open 2017 Schedule of Events

Friday, 24 November 2017

10:00 am Check-In & Practice
4:00 pm Opening Ceremony
4:30 am Rider Briefing
6:00 pm Dinner

Saturday, 25 November 2017

9:30 am Judge Briefing
10:00 am Qualification – Junior Traditional
10:45 am Qualification – Intermediate Men Wakeboard Traditional
11:30 am Qualification – Open WakeSkate
12:15 pm Qualification – Open Features Only
1:00 pm Qualification – Open Wakeboard Men Traditional
1:45 pm Qualification – Professional Women Traditional
2:30 pm Qualification – Professional Men Traditional
3:15 pm Qualification – Professional Men Features Only

Sunday, 26 November 2017

10:00 am Final – Junior Traditional
10:45 am Final – Intermediate Men Wakeboard Traditional
11:30 am Final – Open WakeSkate
12:15 pm Final – Open Features Only
1:00 pm Final – Open Wakeboard Men Traditional
1:45 pm Final – Professional Women Traditional
2:30 pm Final – Professional Men Traditional
3:15 pm Final – Professional Men Features Only
4:00 pm Free Ride & Dinner
5:00 pm Podium
6:00 pm Party

*All Times are subject to change.

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Monday, 13 November 2017

The Korat Open is the Final Stop of the 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series!

The final stop of the 2017 WWA Wake Park World Series (WPWS) lands in Korat, Thailand on November 25-26 for the TWP Korat Open. This event has attracted the top professional and amateur riders from all over the world with over $50,000 in prize money up for grabs. As the WPWS comes to a close, the series’ Pro Men Traditional and Features Only overall titles will be decided with an additional $22,500 on the line. The sport has progressed this season to a point of highlight reel runs being thrown in every final and nearly every round. World-renowned judges Scotty Broome, Oli Derome, and Andy Kolb have been brought in for the final showdown as one of the tightest overall championship races in history will come to a conclusion at the beautiful TWP Korat facility.

2017 Wake Park World Series Rankings – Pro Men’s Traditional

2017 Wake Park World Series Rankings – Pro Men’s Features Only

2017 OVERALL PRIZE PURSE BREAKDOWN

Pro Men’s Traditional
1st – $3,500 (USD)
2nd – $2,500 (USD)
3rd – $1,500 (USD)

Pro Men’s Features Only
1st – $7,000 (USD)
2nd – $5,000 (USD)
3rd – $3,000 (USD)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

ALL RIDERS MUST HAVE A CURRENT WWA MEMBERSHIP TO COMPETE
CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR WWA PRO MEMBERSHIP

CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR WWA AMATEUR ONE DAY MEMBERSHIP

Entry Fee:
• 3300THB for 1 Pro division, 5000THB for 2 Pro divisions
• 1500THB for 1 Amateur division, 2500THB for 2 Amateur divisions.
• All riders must check-in onsite during scheduled check-in times.

Location:
Pru Yai, Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima District,
Nakhon Ratchasima 30000, Thailand

Learn More

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