Kenya Kite Cup 2025: The best kitesurfers gathered at Diani Beach.
Kenya gave us an epic kitesurfing show! 🪁
The Kenya Kite Cup 2025 was the perfect setting for the world's best kitesurfers to showcase their talent and passion for the sport. With perfect waters and a steady wind, Diani Beach became a meeting point for riders from all over the world.
The girls ruled!
In the women's category, Iceland's Freyja Goldsmith took first place with impeccable style and mind-blowing tricks. Dutchwoman Margot Zoer and Poland's Agnieszka Szczpanska completed the podium, proving that the level of women's kitesurfing is very high.
2025 Kenya Kite Cup Women's Freestyle Podium
🥇- Freyja Goldsmith 🇮🇸
🥈- Margot Zoer 🇳🇱 @margotzoer
🥉- Agnieszka Szczpanska 🇵🇱 @aga_szczepanska_
The boys were not far behind with two tests!
In the men's category, Dutchman Stig Hoefnagel took victory in both freestyle and long distance. An impressive double! Italian Jacopo Cantini took the podium in both categories, demonstrating great consistency. Another Italian, Federico Bagnoli , completed the freestyle podium.
2025 Kenya Kite Cup Long Distance Race Podium
🥇- Stig Hoefnagel 🇳🇱 @stig_hoefnagel
🥈 - Aron Sombo 🇰🇪 @aronsombo
🥉 - Jacopo Cantini 🇮🇹 @jacopo_cantini
2025 Kenya Kite Cup Men's Freestyle Podium
🥇 - Stig Hoefnagel 🇳🇱 @stig_hoefnagel
🥈 - Jacopo Cantini 🇮🇹 @jacopo_cantini
🥉 - Federico Bagnoli 🇮🇹 @fedebagnoli
Kenya, the new kitesurfing paradise! 🇰🇪
Diani Beach is much more than just a tourist destination. With its 25 km of pristine coastline, this Kenyan beach is a true paradise for kitesurfers. Its warm, shallow waters, combined with steady winds, make it the ideal spot for practicing this sport. Furthermore, the natural beauty of the area, with its coral reefs and rich biodiversity, make Diani Beach a unique experience.
Diani Beach's tourist infrastructure is well developed, with a wide range of hotels, restaurants, and kitesurfing schools. The nearby Shimba Hills National Reserve also offers the opportunity to go on safaris and experience the local wildlife.
With this event, Kenya consolidates its position as one of the most attractive destinations for kitesurfing enthusiasts. Its idyllic beaches, constant wind, and the warm welcome of its residents make this African country the perfect place to enjoy this sport.
A promising future with Matteo Rotelli!
The Kenya Kite Cup 2025 was a testament to the high level of kitesurfing worldwide. And the best part is that the sport continues to grow and evolve every day. We're sure we'll see even more incredible tricks and talented riders like Matteo Rotelli in the coming years.
Don't miss the best photos and videos of the event on social media by visiting @sueltalabarra and @kenyakitecup
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