Jack Burden

Writer | Jack Burden

A collection of article’s by RTB’s editor-in-chief.

“It’s going to be an absolute slog,” Winter said. “It’s Going to Go on Forever”: The 14-Month Grind Facing Skiers May 10, 2026 A February World Championships has stretched water skiing into a 14-month season, forcing elite athletes to rethink training and recovery entirely.
Joel Poland has set a pending Overall World Record (number 9 for Joel) at the Ski Fluid Classic in Florida, USA. World Records in April? Water Skiing’s 2026 Season Is Already Out of Control April 28, 2026 Six pending world records, countless 12,000-point trick runs, and scores that already feel absurd—April in Florida has turned 2026 into must-watch water skiing.
Mykhailichenko celebrates his trick victory Ukraine Stuns Team USA with Three-Skier Masterclass April 7, 2026 Ukraine brought just three skiers to Córdoba. They left with a world title—delivering near-perfect performances to outduel a stacked U.S. team in a stunning upset.
Ahumada club de esquí náutico – u17waterskiworlds Meet the Rising Stars To Watch at the Under-17 World’s This Week March 29, 2026 From dominant favorites to emerging dark horses, Córdoba is set to showcase the next generation of world-class talent—many of whom won’t stay junior for long.
Will Asher Team Malibu Asher’s Return Adds Momentum to Malibu’s High-Stakes Rebound March 16, 2026 With a global towboat deal secured, Malibu doubles down on its water ski ambitions. Re-signing Will Asher sends a clear message: the manufacturer intends to compete again.
Matteo Luzzeri of Jolly Ski Calendar Controversy: Why Europe’s Longest Running Pro Event Was Forced Out March 13, 2026 The Italian Federation refused to sanction the long-running San Gervasio ProAm — clearing its traditional July weekend for a new federation-linked event.
Alexia Abelson at the 2026 Moomba Masters Moomba Delivers: Record Scores, Breakout Stars, and Riverbank Chaos March 10, 2026 Record trick scores, breakout performances from the Abelson siblings, and massive crowds on the riverbanks—Moomba delivered chaos, champions, and unforgettable moments.
Jump at the 2026 Junior Moomba Masters Junior Moomba Previewed Water Skiing’s Next Wave of Stars March 7, 2026 Charlie Ross, Jake Abelson, Martin Labra, and more lit up the Yarra at Junior Moomba, previewing the talent poised to shape water skiing’s next era.
@mati.waterski of Chile tricks during the 2025 IWWF World Waterski Championships at Parco Nautico del Sesia in Novara, Italy. Gonzalez Breaks 13,000 Barrier with Pending World Record March 2, 2026 Just days after turning 18, Matias Gonzalez fires 13,240 in Chile — a pending world record that tightens the race at the top of men’s tricks.
@joelpoland worlds best doing it best Trick Point Shakeup: What the New IWWF Values Mean March 1, 2026 The IWWF has approved the first meaningful adjustment to trick point values this century, voting to increase scores for 13 high-difficulty tricks.
Ready for the first pro tournament of the season After a Lost Year, Martin Labra’s Long Road Leads Back to Moomba February 27, 2026 After a lost season to injury, Martin Labra returns to Moomba—healthier, wiser, and ready to test himself against the sport’s best.
Whitney McClintock Rini expecting second child Whitney McClintock Rini Expecting Second Child, Set to Miss 2026 Season February 25, 2026 Whitney McClintock Rini is expecting baby No. 2 — a joyful milestone that will sideline the five-time world champion for the bulk of the 2026 season.