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New Wave World Champs Crowned in Cabo Verde

The GWA Wingfoil World Cup Cape Verde 2025, delivered an action-packed event at the iconic Ponta Preta break. In spectacular conditions, our two standout athletes emerged at the top: Wing Queen Nia Suardiaz claimed the 2025 Women’s Wave World Title, while Finn Spencer secured a strong Vice World Champion finish in the Men’s division. Well done to both!

Big shoutout to our youngest competitor, Arthur Thebault from Guadeloupe, and Tom Auber for both finishing in 9th!

It was great to have Manuela Jungo there to keep us updated with stories during the event - head over to our insta highlight to check it out: https://www.instagram.com/duotone.wing/

WAVE WORLD CUP CAPE VERDE - RESULTS WOMEN

Nia Suardiaz dominated from the start, however in the final she was on fire, opening with a quite powerful wave. She capitalized on the new air-trick rule, linking smooth turns with aerial maneuvers to secure a 17.04 overall scor, clinching her first GWA Wave World Title. Moona Whyte put up a solid fight, but Nia’s precision, freestyle experience and progressive style sealed her victory.

Final Results Women’s Division:

1. Nia Suardiaz (ESP) – 2025 GWA Wingfoil Wave World Champion!
2. Moona Whyte (USA)
3. Annie Reickert (USA)
4. Francesca Maini (GBR)

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»Long desired and finally achieved – WAVE WORLD CHAMPION! 🏆 I am so stoked and very happy with my performance in the final. Huge thanks to the amazing crowd on the beach cheering for me and all the help! «

— Nia Suardiaz
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WAVE WORLD CUP CAPE VERDE - RESULTS MEN

Our top wave athelete and board shaper (together with his brother Jeffrey) Finn Spencer fought through a stacked fleed, delivering impressive performances from the opening rounds. He eliminated reigning event champion Malo Guenole in the semi-finals before facing his Maui mate Cash Berzolla in the final. Finn showcased fluid surf-style riding and excellent wave selection, but Cash’s early lead proved insurmountable. With this result, Finn secured the Vice Wave World Champion title, marking a career-best performance on the GWA Wave Tour!

Final Results Men’s Division:

  1. Cash Berzolla (USA) – 2025 GWA Wingfoil Wave World Champion

  2. Finn Spencer (CAN) – Vice World Champion

  3. Malo Guenole (FRA)

  4. Liam Coralle (USA)

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»Competing for a world title at one of my favorite waves was a dream come true! Stoked to share the final with my good friend Cash - congrats on the back-to-back win! The new Float wing and Carve 3.0 500 (coming soon:-)) were absolute weapons! «

— Finn Spencer