Feel the Need for Speed: WWS Canada Cup Takes Water Skiing to the Extreme
As the excitement from the World Water Skier Salmsee Cup settles, all eyes now turn from Austria to the upcoming World WWS Canada Cup at the Saskatoon Water Ski Club, presented by Korpan
Trackor, on August 28-29. In Austria, the top six Overall skiers, including World champions and World record holders, battled through slalom, tricks, and jump, with Great Britain’s Joel Poland defending his 2023 Tour title in a heart-stopping final, edging out Canada’s Dorien Llewellyn, who made a strong return after an ankle injury sidelined him in all of 2023. Now, as the second stop of the WWS Overall Tour and the third event on the Jump Pro Tour, the WWS Canada Cup promises even more intense competition in both disciplines.
With the stakes higher than ever, these athletes are poised to continue their fierce rivalry in Saskatoon as they compete for vital points toward the WWS Overall Tour crown. Meanwhile, the Jump Pro Tour’s first stop, the LA Night Jam, held at Bennett’s Ski School, saw Poland claim another big win, followed closely by world record holder Freddy Krueger (USA) and Austria’s Luca Rauchenwald. On the women’s side, Hanna Straltsova continues to dominate the jump event, but with the return of Lauren Morgan and Brittany Greenwood after their injuries last season, the women’s field is shaping up to be a thriller. As these top jumpers and overall skiers head to the California Pro-Am before the Canada Cup, the competition will only get tougher as the year progresses.
The WWS Canada Cup promises a weekend packed with world-class performances. On August 28, the 
preliminaries kick off at 3 PM, featuring the slalom, tricks, and jump events. Following the prelims, there will be a bonus round—a head-to-head jump-off with the top three jumpers competing in a knockout format for the locals to enjoy, which will be held around 7 PM. The finals continue on August 29, starting again at 3 PM, with the top six Overall skiers taking to the water first, followed by the top eight men and five women jumpers fighting for their respective titles in each discipline’s finals.
This event is a must-see, with free entry, parking, and on-site refreshments. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the world’s best water skiers in action! For more details, visit the Saskatchewan Waterski Club website or the World Water Skiers Tour page and click on Canada Cup.
WWS Salmsee Cup Prelims Are In the Bag!
The first stop of the World Water Skiers Overall Tour burst into action at the WWS Salmsee Cup presented by Gschiel Die-Ausstatter. With a lineup boasting five world champions and two Austrian national champions, the competition for the six spots in the finals was fierce from the start.
World Champion Danylo Filchenko from Ukraine made an impressive debut on the WWS Tour, setting a new personal best of 3@10.75 off the dock, immediately establishing the standard for advancement. Hometown hero Alexander Gschiel followed with a solid 1.5@10.75. Another world champ, Martin Kolman of the Czech Republic, showcased his skill with 2.5@10.75, raising the bar. Edoardo Marenzi from Italy delivered the standout performance of the day with 4@10.75, making a significant mark early on. Canada’s own world champion, Dorien Llewellyn, returning from an ankle injury last year, impressed with a clean 3@10.75. Louis Duplan-Fribourg of France faced a challenging start at 11.25 but managed to pull off 4@11.25, a respectable score to stay in the hunt. Joel Poland of Great Britain, seasoned from numerous pro events this season, topped the scores with a dominant 2.5@10.25.
Danylo continued to impress in the tricks event, achieving a personal best and breaking the 12,000-point mark with 12,340 points. Vinci Ahammer faced setbacks in slalom but rallied in tricks, ultimately falling short with 6,010 points. Alexander maintained consistency with two solid runs but missed crucial tricks, finishing with 8,530 points. Martin showed his dedication to training with 11,520 points, securing second place. Edoardo encountered early challenges but rallied to post 7,030 points. Dorien’s flawless run, though just off his full pace, earned an impressive 11,230 points. Louis recovered from a slow start in slalom and posted a solid 11,280 points. Joel looked solid and clean, like Dorien, not in full gear but still nailing a whopping 11,650 points.
In the jump event, the battle intensified between Edoardo and Alexander for the final spot in the finals. Vincent and Alexander started on the 5.6-foot ramp, with Vincent struggling under pressure and landing a disappointing 52.9 meters. Alexander achieved 53.7 meters, leaving the door open for Edoardo. Moving to the 6-foot ramp, Danylo continued to dominate with a 61.8-meter jump. Welcome Danylo to the WWS Tour! Martin followed with a solid 59 meters. Edoardo pushed hard and managed 57.6 meters, enough to edge out Alexander by just 104 points overall, securing the last spot in the finals. Dorien and Louis showcased their jumping prowess with 59.9 meters and 59.8 meters respectively. With the boat struggling to give the power that these jumpers are accustomed to Joel capitalized on his aggressive style with the day’s highest jump score of 62.6 meters.
With these six exceptional athletes advancing to the finals, anticipation for the main event soared as they prepared to deliver a memorable performance.
World Water Skiers Announces 2024 World Overall Tour Stops
World Water Skiers Announces 2024 Overall Water Ski Tour Stops
World Water Skiers (WWS) is thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated stops for the 2024 World Overall Water Ski Tour. After months of meticulous planning and preparation, we are excited to announce that this year’s tour promises to be stronger and better than ever.
The 2024 tour will feature exhilarating competitions across four spectacular locations, showcasing the best talent in Three Event Water Skiing:
Stop 1: WWS Salmsee Cup, Linz, Austria – Known for its stunning landscapes and pristine waters, the Salmsee Club hosts its 3rd WWS Salmsee Cup presented by Gschiel. This could be the favorite stop of all the athletes on tour! Not only does the lake ski incredibly, but the atmosphere and culture make this stop unforgettable. As the birthplace of the Overall Tour, it will set the stage for an unforgettable start on July 27-28.
Stop 2: WWS Canada Cup, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada – presented by Korpan Considered the world’s breadbasket, Saskatchewan produces more than a third of the world’s total exported durum wheat. Home to some of the friendliest people, the Saskatchewan Waterski Club will host the WWS Canada Cup, highlighting Overall and Jump disciplines. All the top skiers will be vying for the highest payout the sport has seen in years on August 27-28.
Stop 3: WWS Travers Cup, Sunset Lakes, Florida, United States – Presented By Girl Love A Sunset (Luxury Charters) is the 3rd stop will be held at the highly regarded Jack Travers Ski School located at Sunset Lakes in beautiful Lake County. Known in the water ski world as possibly the best site on the planet for setting personal bests, this stop will see world records fall as athletes achieve new heights on September 21-22.
Stop 4: Ski Fluid, Polk County, Florida, United States – Presented by Dream Makers, this is the final stop of the 2024 tour takes us back to a place where the sky is the limit for those pushing themselves to win the tour title. Ski Fluid will be where athletes score their final points to become the overall champion of 2024. With such a premier site and athletes striving to win the tour title, there is no doubt that world records will fall again, as they did last year, on October 18-19.
This year’s tour is set to elevate the sport of water skiing to new heights, with each stop offering unique challenges and breathtaking scenery. We are confident that the 2024 World Overall Water Ski Tour will captivate audiences and inspire the next generation of water skiers.
“We are incredibly proud of the impact that the WWS Tour has had on the sport. Our team is always willing to test boundaries to what this sport could be,” says Jaret Llewellyn of World Water Skiers. “We are so grateful for our list of supporters who believe in our vision to make a difference in our sport. The enthusiasm from our host clubs in getting their cities involved to bring these incredible athletes to engage in their communities has been extraordinary. We can’t wait to see these athletes continue to evolve in slalom, trick, and jump disciplines, leaving everyone around the world speechless.”
Stay tuned for more details on each tour stop, including dates and athlete bios. Join us as we embark on an exhilarating journey through Austria, Canada, and the United States, celebrating the best in water skiing.
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