Dragon World Championships Announces $9K Prize Pack

LAKE FUSCHL, Austria - Red Paddle Co Racing will be hosting the ultimate team SUP world championships on the shores of Lake Fuschl, Austria, from August 31st – 2nd September 2018. The Lakeside event will lead on from last year’s success of the Dragon World Championships held on the white sands of Carlise Bay, Barbados, and will see teams of all abilities, from all over the world battling it out to be crowned the 2018 victors.

The Dragon World Championships 2018 promises to be the most entertaining SUP event on the planet with headline partner Nike Swim joining the ride and a total prize package of over £7,000/$9,000 up for grabs, this event will be a true celebration of SUP and style. Races throughout the weekend, featuring the 22ft four-person Red Dragon board, will vary in length and format, designed to not only test speed and power, but team camaraderie, coordination and determination.

Charlie Green, Head of Marketing at Red Paddle Co says:

Following a large number of Dragon races taken place this year all over the world, it’s clear that the teams who work together have the biggest advantage – an advantage which far outweighs any gender or age classification. We have team entries confirmed from around the world and although last year’s event definitely set the bar high, DWC 18 is set to be bigger, better and ultimately the most fun you’ll have on your SUP this year.”

Once again, there will be no divisions with both men, women, all ages and mixed teams competing for the title of Dragon World Champions and a chance to take home the first prize package totaling £4,000/$5,100. The expansive prize packages include three highly desirable premium waterproof radio and Bluetooth speaker Stereo Active from Fusion Entertainment, limited edition Red Paddle Co gin from Scottish gin brand Daffys along with the winning team taking home their very own 22-ft Dragon board and Carbon paddles.

Photos from 2017 Dragon World Championships in Barbados. | Photos Courtesy: Red Paddle Co.

Dragon World Championships Prize Packages

1st Place Team

• Red Paddle Co Dragon board and 4 Ultimate Carbon paddles
• Fusion Stereo Active
• Limited Edition Red Paddle Co Daffys gin
• 4 x Red Original Insulated Drinks bottles
• Limited Edition Gold winners DWC set of 4 x t-shirts and 4 x caps

PRIZE PACKAGE TOTAL = £4,000/€4,500/$5,100

2nd Place Team

• 4 Ultimate Carbon paddles
• Fusion Stereo Active
• Limited Edition Red Paddle Co Daffys gin
• 4 x Red Original Insulated Drinks bottles
• *Limited Edition Silver winners DWC set of 4 t-shirts and 4 caps worth £100

PRIZE PACKAGE TOTAL = £1,600/€1,800/$2,000

3rd Place Team

• Fusion Stereo Active
• Limited Edition Red Paddle Co Daffys gin
• 4 x Red Original Insulated Drinks bottles
• Limited Edition Bronze winners DWC set of 4 t-shirts and 4 caps

PRIZE PACKAGE TOTAL = £450/€500/$580

Dragon Warrior (stand-alone obstacle race on Sunday)

• 4 x limited edition DWC branded t-shirts
• Limited Edition Red Paddle Co Daffys gin
• 4 x Red Original Paddle Caps
• 1 x Red Original Large Coolbag

PRIZE PACKAGE TOTAL = £330/€270/$420

To further cement the Dragon World Championships as an event for all abilities, Red Paddle Co’s sister accessories brand, Red Original, are sponsoring the Spirit of Red award, awarded to one team for their positive attitude and representing the true spirit of the DWC.

The Red Original, Spirit of Red Award –

• 4 x Red Original Paddle Caps
• 4 x Red Original Insulated Drinks bottles
• 4 x Red Original Deck bags
• 4 x limited edition DWC branded t-shirts

PRIZE PACKAGE TOTAL = £700/€785/$900

Photo Courtesy: Red Paddle Co.

The Dragon World Championships isn’t just about the on-water action, the entertainment will kick-start on Friday night with a traditional Austrian themed opening party hosted at Mohrenwirt Hotel where all participants and spectators are welcome.

The first day of racing will be rounded off with Saturday evening’s pool party at Fuschlseebad with an exclusive appearance by DJ Richie Mack from London, (Ministry of Sound, recently opened for DJ Yoda and Norman Jay MBE) The Red Paddle Co team will also be joined by local Fuschlsee based brand Red Bull and Daffy’s Gin for a memorable sunset pool party.

Entries are still open with limited spaces still available for individual and team entries. Admissions will be closing on Sunday 26th August so make sure you secure your place at the Dragon World Championships 2018. 

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