Gold Coast, Australia (September 24, 2024) – The 2024 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships presented by GM Marine and proudly supported by Experience Gold Coast wrapped up on September 24th, leaving behind a trail of impressive performances, crowned champions, and energized crowds. Held at the Gold Coast Wake Park over four action-packed days, this global event showcased the pinnacle of wakeboarding talent.
With athletes representing over 30 countries competing in 37 divisions ranging from amateur to professional, the event was a true celebration of the sport’s international reach. The Gold Coast Wake Park provided a perfect venue for the event, with the enthusiastic crowds creating an unforgettable atmosphere.
Over the weekend, spectators were treated to epic displays of skill and athleticism as riders pushed their limits on the water. The event culminated with the crowning of WWA World Champions in each division, a testament to the hard work and dedication of these athletes.
Adding to the excitement, the Stuckey brothers, Gavin and Trent of the USA, once again cemented their dominance in the world of wake park wakeboarding, each retaining a World Champion title for 2024. However, this year saw an unexpected twist, as they traded wins in their respective disciplines, Gavin, known for his technical riding, clinched the top spot in Traditional Park. Meanwhile, Trent, typically a powerhouse in the Traditional division, secured the Features Only title. Trent’s journey was not without its challenges, as an unexpected fall during the Park division prevented him from reaching the finals, underscoring the unpredictability and high stakes of competitive wakeboarding. On the women’s side, Claudia Pagnini of Italy showcased her prowess, reclaiming the Pro Women Park title after missing out on the 2023 season due to injury, while Rivers Hedrick of the USA dominated the Pro Women Features division, claiming her first WWA world title.
The excitement doesn’t end here, as the action now shifts to Marine Stadium, Main Beach, Gold Coast for the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by GM Marine. Riders will take to the water behind Nautique Boat’s flagship G23 model, promising even more thrilling moments and world-class competition.
2024 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Champions
Pro Women Features – Rivers Hedrick (USA)
Pro Men Features – Trent Stuckey (USA)
Pro Women Park – Claudia Pagnini (ITA)
Pro Men Park – Gavin Stuckey (USA)
Pro Wakeskate – Gavin Stuckey (USA)
<10 Girls Park – Mary Jones (GBR)
<10 Girls Features – Mia Marks (AUS)
< 10 Boys Park – Hudson Birss (AUS)
<10 Boys Features – Cruze E-Boi (AUS)
11-13 Girls Park – Bhraebhim Pipatswaddhi (THA)
11-13 Girls Features – Bhraebhim Pipatswaddhi (THA)
11-13 Boys Park – Piti Siridhasnakul (THA)
11-13 Boys Features – Luis Cannon (AUS)
14-15 Boys Features – Hayden Bates Reid (AUS)
14-15 Boys Park – Bentley Bland (AUS)
16-17 Boys Features – Taylor Watkins (AUS)
16-17 Boys Park – Taylor Watkins (AUS)
14-17 Jr. Women Features – Macey Lee (AUS)
14-17 Jr. Women Park – Macey Lee (AUS)
<13 Boys Elite Features – Hamish Cant (AUS)
<13 Boys Elite Park – Jonty Laing (AUS)
<17 Boys Elite Features – Mac Fort (AUS)
<17 Boys Elite Park – Mac Fort (AUS)
< 17 Girls Elite Features – Stevi Radic (AUS)
<17 Girls Elite Park – Charlotte Butler (AUS)
18+ Women Features – Kim Watkins (AUS)
30+ Women Park – Lauren Homer (AUS)
30+ Women Features – Alexandria Gardiner (GBR)
30+ Men Features – Thomas Knotek (USA)
30+ Men Park – Antony Wright (AUS)
40+ Men Features – Josh Egan (AUS)
40+ Men Park – Greg Falzon (AUS)
50+ Men Park – Tom Lane (AUS)
50+ Men Features – Dayle Cartwright (USA)
Women’s Wakeskate – Chelsie Robertson (NZL)
Men’s Wakeskate – Blair Robertson (NZL)
Adaptive Standing – Matt Curran (AUS)
Adaptive Sit – Andrew Hensel (AUS)
About Nautique Boat Company:
Nautique is celebrating its 99th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support 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 15,500 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 thewwa.com