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World Championships
August 26, 2025 - August 31, 2025
The world’s best skiers descend on Recetto, Italy, for the IWWF World Water Ski Championships—battling for the sport’s most prestigious title.
Events: Slalom, Trick, Jump, Overall, & Teams
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