ICF Freestyle world cup
MILLAU, FRANCE
©Dan Clohessy
The first ICF freestyle World Cup of the 2026 season has just kicked off in Millau, France. About 100 athletes from 15 different nations have met again on the Tarn River, famous for hosting the Natural Games event over the last decade or so, to compete over three days. The sun is shining, the feature is good, and the paddlers are on fire!
©Dan Clohessy
Not only paddlers get to compete in freestyle, but the event also organized various side contests to welcome everyone on site. Schoolchildren have been introduced to freestyle, paddlers got to launch on the Big Air Ramp, and battle during a fun Boater X at the end of the day.
« Millau is showcasing freestyle at its best, paddlers having a good time together on and off the water. »
The end of the day had a chill vibe with a local farmers market and some music to finish the day with a good beer. Millau is showcasing freestyle at its best, paddlers having a good time together on and off the water.
Watch the daily recap to see what the first day had on offer!
