Madeira

From the powerful coastline of Madeira to the highest level of international surfski racing, Bernardo  Pereira has built his career through consistency, dedication, and a deep connection with the ocean. Starting paddling at just six years old, he developed the skills and mindset required to compete among the best athletes in the world. His progression […]

South Africa’s Kira Bester and Portugal’s Bernardo Pereira opened the 2026 ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Series in dominant fashion, claiming victory at the Madeira Ocean Racing Challenge, the first stop of the season. Pereira delivers at home Racing on familiar waters, Bernardo Pereira confirmed his status as one of the sport’s rising leaders. The […]

Judit Vergés is a surfski, surf lifesaving, and paddleboard athlete from Banyoles, Catalonia, currently based in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Over the years, she has established herself at international level, collecting European titles and World Championship medals while continuing to progress across multiple paddle disciplines. Living and training in Gran Canaria has played a […]