Strong Performances and Early Signals in the World Title Race
Ho‘okipa Beach, Maui, October 14, 2025
The 2025 Aloha Classic Grand Final, presented by WINDSURF AI, opened today in classic Ho‘okipa conditions, with steady trade winds and clean mast high set waves, setting the stage for the Challenger Rounds. Across six hours of heats, riders delivered stylish, technical performances and a glimpse of what’s to come as the world’s best prepare to fire up on the road to the final and the world title crowns.
Bernd Roediger Sets the Standard
Local favorite Bernd Roediger (HAW-1111) led the charge with a composed and powerful display, earning the day’s top score of 14.00 points. The highest total so far in the event. His signature flow and deep local knowledge were on full display, combining seamless turns and critical wave selection to win by more than five points from Antoine Martin.
It was a clear statement of intent from one of Ho‘okipa’s most accomplished riders, and a reminder of the level required as the competition moves deeper into the main rounds.
Camille Juban and Marcilio Browne Fire Back
Reigning world champion Marcilio “Brawzinho” Browne (BRA-105) began his title defense with authority, scoring 11.40 points to take a convincing win over Takara Ishii (9.90) and Ricardo Campello (9.47) .
The result keeps Browne’s hopes alive in the world title race but to overtake current rankings leader Marc Paré Rico (E-334), he’ll need to finish at least one full round ahead. Paré, meanwhile, looked sharp and confident, matching Browne’s momentum with a 12.53-point heat win of his own.
Camille Juban (GLP-8) also impressed, scoring 13.17 points to defeat Liam Dunkerbeck (10.57) and Kai Lenny (10.50). His fluid, stylish approach continues to set him apart as one of the most naturally gifted riders on tour.
Big Names Deliver: Köster, Ishii, Swift, Siver and Ezzy Advance
Past world champions Philip Köster (G-44) and Víctor Fernández (E-42) both advanced comfortably, while veterans Levi Siver (12.16) and Robby Swift (12.14) showcased timeless Ho‘okipa precision.
Graham Ezzy and Levi Siver were unsurprisingly among the day’s most consistent performers with double-digit totals and classic, flowing rides that took them both from Round 1 of the Challengers blasting his path into the top 24 with confident power as number 1 seeds in their respective R6 Round of 24 heats tomorrow.
Title Race Implications
With Marc Paré Rico entering the event as the World Wave Tour Rankings leader, his strong opening heat keeps him firmly in control. However, Marcilio Browne remains in striking distance and as conditions build through the week, the title race could hinge on a single set wave.
Behind them, Roediger’s dominant performance and Juban’s form add new tension to an already world class field, promising fireworks as the top seeds join in tomorrow’s rounds.
Looking Ahead
Day 2 brings the ELIMINATION Rounds, where Women’s elite riders including Sarah-Quita Offringa (#1), Sol Degreick (#3), Pauline Katz (#6) and all the other women who rip will make their first appearances. With more strong logo to mast plus swells expected and similar offshore winds forecast early, the stage is set for another explosive LIVE BROADCAST day at Ho‘okipa.
About the Unified World Wave Tour
The Unified World Wave Tour (WWT) is a collaboration between the PWA (the athletes’ and industry body) and the IWT (event and media operator). It represents the first fully unified tour in windsurfing history unifying the passionate base with the professional pinnacle of wave riding competition.
The 2025 Aloha Classic Grand Final is the culmination of the global 5-Star pyramid, uniting events across six continents under one ranking system for the first time in the sport’s history.
Special Thanks
The Aloha Classic Grand Final is made possible through the support and aloha of our partners:
Mahalo also to the unified World Wave Tour with the PWA and IWT, and the local Ho‘okipa community for their continued dedication to keeping the spirit of wave-riding alive at the heart of our sport.
A very special thanks to event organizer Francisco Goya, his family and his team for the enormous behind the scenes effort to make the 2025 Aloha Classic and reality. Respect.
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