Live from the waters of the Noce River the RX races at the 2026 Italian World Rafting Cup. Following a split schedule that saw the premier Men's and Women's categories race in the morning and the Mixed and Para categories take over the afternoon following the wildwater canoe events, the final standings highlight incredible international talent and strong local dominance.
The morning session was defined by fierce head-to-head battles in the Senior Women and Senior Men classes. In the Senior Women's division, the host nation proved untouchable, securing a complete podium sweep. Rafting Team Verona-Garfagnana Rafting (ITA) claimed the top spot with a flawless 100.0 point performance. They were closely followed by ASD Canoa Rafting Pescantina Bussolengo (ITA) taking silver with 90.0 points, and Ivrea Canoa Club-Lanakila (ITA) rounding out the podium in third with 80.0 points.
The Senior Men's category brought an international powerhouse to the forefront. Japan Rafting Team Teikei (JPN) demonstrated absolute mastery of the course, taking the gold medal and the maximum 100.0 points. The local Italian teams battled fiercely to defend their home water, with Ivrea Canoa Club - Dream Team (ITA) earning silver with 90.0 points and M&N Movimento & Natura (ITA) capturing bronze with 80.0 points.
The afternoon session brought the Senior Mix and Para teams to the starting line. Italy continued its winning streak in the Senior Mix, with Rafting Team Verona - Ivrea Canoa Club taking first place with 100.0 points. Japan’s Lanakila claimed a strong second place with 90.0 points, while Italy's Garfagnana Rafting Team took third with 80.0 points.
The Para category showcased tremendous skill and determination. Italy's M&N Movimento & Natura secured the top spot with 100.0 points. Salamandre Parafting Belgium (BEL) took silver with 90.0 points, and the Kyiv Para-Rafting Team (UKR) completed the international podium in third with 80.0 points.
As the 2026 World Rafting Cup continues stay tuned for tomorrow's final race: the slalom!
