World’s Top Water Slalom Racers Clash in Prague
From Thursday to Sunday, specifically 26 – 29 June 2025 , we will witness the Water Slalom World Cup featuring elite kayakers and canoeists from nearly forty countries (originally, the race was set to start on Thursday but was canceled due to high water levels). Typically, there will be 341 boats participating from over 40 countries. This year, there will also be an exciting event called kayak cross or extreme slalom. This event is a contact sport where 4 boats face off against each other simultaneously! A new addition this year is the short slalom, which will occur on Friday, 27th June. The race will last around 60 seconds and feature roughly 12 gates. This fresh format allows participants to compete for two sets of medals, emulating the kayak cross events where medals are awarded for both time trials and elimination rounds. A thrilling experience awaits both competitors and viewers. On Friday, competitors will take part in the short slalom; Saturday will highlight Slalom, and Sunday will be dedicated to kayak cross.
Tickets for the World Cup in water slalom taking place in Prague this year are available only online for 200 CZK. You can watch live broadcasts of the World Cup on CT Sport. There is also a chance to view the water slalom live stream for free on this channel’s online platform.
Support Czech racers
Join us in supporting the Czech national team and enjoy your time by the water with them. The top Czech athletes featured will include Jiri Prskavec, Jakub Krejčí, Vojtěch Heger, Gabriela Satková, Martina Satková, and Antonie Galušková. All of these athletes are among the elite and look to finish at the top in each race. Additionally, some world champions will also be present in Prague, including notable stars like French canoeist and Paris Olympic champion Nicolas Gestin, Italian kayaker Giovanni De Gennaro, and the famous Australian sisters, Jessica and Noemie Fox.
Yet, the World Cup in Troja won’t just focus on high-level competition. The organizers are rolling out several new features and enhancements to enrich the experience for both competitors and observers. Expect to see improved facilities, new interactive zones for fans, supporting events, and a varied programme that will incorporate both sports and cultural and entertainment aspects. All water slalom enthusiasts will have a chance to relish the sport in a vibrant atmosphere, whether they choose to simply observe the races or participate in multiple activities in the vicinity. Come on down and support the racers while experiencing water slalom up close! This Water Slalom World Cup is an event that no true water slalom fan would want to miss.
