This year’s Nautique IWWF Asia Wakefest Hong Kong shattered participation records, attracting 182 athletes from 12 different countries and regions. It was the first time an event aside from a World Championship had hosted over 10 national delegations, another indication of the event’s growing significance on the global stage.

Organised by the Hong Kong China Wakesports Association (HKCWA), the three-day event in November was held for the first time in the waters off Shing Fung Road Park, along the former airport runway, which gave athletes and spectators a view of the new Kai Tak Stadium.

Asia Yachting, the official Hong Kong dealer of title sponsor Nautique, again supplied a Nautique G23 as the competition’s official tow boat. “Renowned for its perfect wake and industry-leading performance, the Nautique G23 provided athletes with the ideal conditions to push the boundaries of the sport,” the dealership stated.

The event concluded with a closing banquet and an awards ceremony honouring the top athletes across various categories.

Kelly Yeung, Asia Yachting’s Senior Marketing Manager, said: “We are deeply encouraged by the growing momentum behind Asian wakesports. The steady growth in athlete numbers and spectator interest demonstrates the sport’s bright future. As Nautique’s official dealer, Asia Yachting remains committed to fostering this development and elevating competitive standards across the region.”

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