The Copa Kitley GWA Wingfoil World Cup Rio: An Unfolding Drama

The Copa Kitley GWA Wingfoil World Cup Rio is in full swing, and the second wave event has not disappointed. Fans have been treated to thrilling performances from some of the best in the sport.

Moona Whyte, the winner of the first stop at Cape Verde’s Ponta Preta and the Copa Kitley Kite-Surf World Cup, aims to continue her triumphant run against the young prodigy Nia Suardiaz. Suardiaz, though, has shown her mettle this year, winning Surf-Freestyle and FreeFly-Slalom events.

A Day of Thrills and Surprises

Yesterday, the competition intensified. Suardiaz began strong, defeating former world champion Bowien van der Linden. Meanwhile, Whyte, using her experience, dispatched her opponents with relative ease. Later rounds saw more drama unfold, with Van der Linden progressing to the semi-final against Whyte.

The Semi-Finals: A Tale of Two Matches

The challenging conditions, featuring knee-to-waist-high waves and 12 to 13 knots of breeze, created an electrifying atmosphere. Whyte edged out Van der Linden in a nail-biting finish, winning by a mere 0.07 points. On the other hand, Suardiaz’s performance against the Argentinian Reigert was a masterclass, seeing her clear into the final.

A Delay in the Final Showdown

Sadly, the wind dropped shortly afterwards, postponing the mouth-watering prospect of another match-up between Suardiaz and Whyte. Fans will have to wait with bated breath for the coming days.

Stay tuned to this space as we bring you all the action when we return. The Copa Kitley GWA Wingfoil World Cup Rio promises to be a showdown for the ages! 🏄‍♀️🌊🏆