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Bryce Irving Wins Masters 40 500m V1 Sprint Gold at Fiji’s Wai Tui International 2026, Dedicates Victory to His Son
Bryce Irving’s Masters 40, 500m V1 sprint gold was powered by a promise to his son. On calm Wailoaloa Bay, the New Zealand paddler delivered a steady, decisive performance that turned personal motivation into a memorable victory.
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Wai Tui International Va’a Regatta in Nadi Lands Top Paddlers Jake Suitauloa and Coach Wainohu
A new surge in excitement surrounds the revived Wai Tui International va’a regatta as New Zealand sprint star Jake Suitauloa and world-champion coach Wainohu join the elite lineup. The move promises sharper racing and richer coaching exchanges across a four‑day festival on Wailoaloa Beach, Nadi. Hundreds of paddlers from the Pacific are set to elevate…
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Wai Tui International 2026 Paddling Regatta Returns to Fiji After 14-Year Hiatus With 295 Paddlers on Day One
Fiji’s Wai Tui International paddling regatta roared back to life at Wailoaloa Beach, returning after a 14-year pause. Day one drew hundreds of paddlers across junior to masters divisions, delivering fierce, heat-soaked racing and a strong show of community support.
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Bill Wainiu Leads USP Islanders as Wai Tui International Returns to Wailoaloa Beach
Viliame “Bill” Wainiu is steering the USP Islanders Outrigger Canoe Club into a new era, blending veteran paddlers with rising juniors as the Wai Tui International returns to Fiji. A former athlete turned coach and administrator, Bill’s mission now centers on mentorship, development, and building a deeper, stronger va’a community.
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Jake Suitauloa Secures Sponsorship for Wai Tui International in Fiji from Stonefish Va’a and Simple Green
Pacific paddling gets a high-profile boost as a rising New Zealand star heads to the Wai Tui regatta in Fiji, backed by regional sponsors. Jake Suitauloa’s blend of sprint speed and endurance, along with a string of recent podiums, hints at a pivotal moment for va’a across island nations.