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Pro Athletes Hit the Water in Prime Conditions at the 65th Nautique Masters

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (May 24, 2025) – Thousands of spectators lined the beaches of Robin Lake at Callaway Gardens as the world’s best professional waterski and wakeboard athletes hit the water to compete for the coveted 65^th Nautique Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard titles.

With glassy conditions on Robin Lake, Team Nautique athlete Anna Hunter (USA) scored 10,250 points in Open Women Trick to earn the top seed going into tomorrow’s final. Anna will be defending her 2024 Masters title in the final against Giannina Mechler (GER) and Team Nautique athletes Erika Lang (USA) and Neilly Ross (USA).

In the Open Men Trick division, Joel Poland (GBR) punched his ticket into the final scoring 12,200 points. Jake Abelson (USA), Matias Gonzalez (CHI), and Dorien Llewellyn (CAN) will be joining Joel in the final with scores of 11,620, 11,460, and 11,060, respectively.

The Ski Nautique pulled Allie Nicholson (USA) to a win in the Open Women Slalom semi-final with 1.5 @ 39 off. Team Nautique athletes Neilly Ross (CAN) and Regina Jaquess (USA) also emerged as finalists alongside Vennesa Vieke (AUS).

The Open Men’s Slalom athletes did not disappoint as they battled it out for their spots in the final. Frederick Winter (GBR) emerged victorious with 2 @ 41 off. Dane Mechler (USA), Nate Smith (USA), and Cole McCormick (CAN) also advanced to the finals.

The award-winning Super Air Nautique G23 pulled Meagan Ethell (USA) and Hinata Yoskihara (JPN) to win their semi-final heats in Open Women Wakeboard with scores of 91.67 and 80, respectively. Eugenia De Armas (ARG) and Kira Lewis (USA) also put incredible passes together to round out the field for tomorrow’s Open Women Wakeboard final.

In the Open Men Wakeboard division, Nic Rapa (AUS) scored an 89 to win his heat, securing his spot in the finals. Tyler Higham (USA) followed suit, winning his heat and qualifying for finals with a score of 86. Maxime Roux (FRA) and Trent Stuckey (USA) took second in their respective heats and will be joining Nic and Tyler in the final.

During Open Women Jump, Brittany Wharton (USA) jumped 175 feet behind the GM Marine powered Ski Nautique to win the semi-final. She was followed by Lauren Morgan (USA), Hanna Straltsova (USA), and Aliaksandra Danisheuskaya (USA) who all earned spots in tomorrow’s final.

An exciting end to the day, the Open Men Jump athletes soared the lengths of Robin Lake as the crowds cheered from the beach. Team Nautique athlete Ryan Dodd (CAN) jumped an impressive 223 feet to claim victory in the semi-final as well as the top seed in the final. The Ski Nautique pulled Igor Morozov (White Flag), Luca Rauchenwald (AUT), and Joel Poland (GBR) to the remaining spots in the Open Men Jump final.

“The world’s best waterski and wakeboard athletes delivered impressive performances today at the 65^thMasters behind the Ski Nautique and Super Air Nautique G23,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “The stage is set for an incredible finals day on Robin Lake!”

Congratulations to Trinidad Espinal (CHI), who competed in the junior head-to-head exhibition to earn a scholarship courtesy of O’Brien for the third year in a row. We’d also like to congratulate Christiana De Osma (PER), the runner-up during the exhibition, who earned a scholarship from the Mapple family.

The Opening Ceremonies of the 65th Masters will begin tomorrow at 10:00AM with the Parade of Champions followed by the final rounds at 10:30AM. To watch live and for complete up-to-date scores of the 65th Masters, please visit masterswaterski.com.

An invitation to compete in the Masters is universally considered an acknowledgement of achievement for reaching the pinnacle in a given watersports discipline - only the world's most elite athletes compete at the Masters. This tournament is sanctioned by IWWF/USA Water Ski and WWA.

About Nautique Boat Company:
Nautique is celebrating its 100^th anniversary of delivering excellence in the marine industry. A subsidiary of Correct Craft, Nautique has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Delivering the very best waterski, wakeboard and wakesurf boats on the market, Nautique continues to drive progression with their award-winning technology and dedication to building the highest-quality boats imaginable. New technology, performance innovations and attention to detail are the cornerstones of what makes the Nautique brand the industry leader. Through the Nautique Cares initiative, employees and athletes dedicate themselves to not only making a difference on the water, but to extend their support to people in need around the world. The world’s best ski boat, world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. To learn more visit Nautique.com

About Correct Craft: Celebrating 100 years of excellence in the marine industry, Correct Craft is a Florida-based company with global operations. Focused on “Making Life Better,” the Correct Craft family includes Nautique, Centurion, Supreme, Bass Cat, Yar-Craft, SeaArk, Parker, and Ingenity boat companies, Pleasurecraft Engine Group, Indmar Marine Engines, Velvet Drive Transmissions, Mach Connections, Merritt Precision, Osmosis, Watershed Innovation, and Aktion Parks. For more information, please visit www.correctcraft.com

Posted on Saturday, May 24, 2025

The 32nd Nautique Junior Masters Kicks Off in Historic Fashion

PINE MOUNTAIN, GA (May 23, 2025) – The world’s best up-and-coming junior three-event and wakeboard athletes delivered a glimpse into the future of what the next generation has to offer at the 32^nd Nautique Junior Masters presented by GM Marine. History was made when Junior Men's skier Tim Wild from Germany stole the spotlight by becoming the first Junior Men's athlete to win all four titles, setting the tone for an unforgettable weekend at Callaway Gardens.

With perfect conditions on Robin Lake, the day began with the record-setting Ski Nautique pulling Alexia Abelson (USA) to victory in Junior Women’s Trick with a score of 7,730 points. Tim Wild (GER) took first place in Junior Men’s Trick with 8,750 points.

In Junior Women’s Slalom, Cristhiana De Osma (PER) skied 5 @ 38 off to tie the course record and take the win! Taking his second title of the day, Tim Wild (GER) put on another incredible performance, claiming victory in Junior Men's Slalom with 4.5 @ 38 off.

Maise Jacobsen (DNK) jumped 143ft to take the top spot on the podium in Junior Women’s Jump. Tim Wild (GER) secured his third title of the day soaring 177ft in Junior Men's Jump behind the Ski Nautique!

As the final scores were tallied, Alexia Abelson (USA) was crowned the Junior Women’s Masters Overall Champion with 2,491.8 points. Sweeping the Junior Men’s field in all three events for the first time in history, Tim Wild (GER) claimed his fourth title of the day, the Junior Men’s Masters Overall Championship with 3,000 points!

The Super Air Nautique G23 threw crisp, clean wakes, setting the stage for the Junior Wakeboard divisions. Demi Micallef (AUS) put two amazing passes together to take the top spot on the podium in Junior Women’s Wakeboard with a score of 80 in the final round. The Junior Men’s Wakeboard division saw an exciting final with Mattia Del Fiandra (ITA) stomping a double indy tantum wildcard trick to take the win with a final score of 86.33.

“The Nautique Junior Masters athletes delivered incredible performances on the opening day of the 65th Masters,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “We’re committed providing opportunities for the next generation of Masters Champions to showcase their hard work, dedication, and talent.”

Please visit masterswaterski.com for the Junior Masters final standings and to watch the 65th Nautique Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament live on Saturday May 24th.

An invitation to compete in the Nautique Masters is universally considered an acknowledgement of achievement for reaching the pinnacle in a given watersports discipline - only the world's most elite athletes compete at the Masters. This tournament is sanctioned by IWWF/USA Water Ski and WWA.

Posted on Friday, May 23, 2025

Introducing the All-New Ski Nautique: 65 Years of an Iconic Legacy

ORLANDO, FL (May 22, 2025)

Introducing the All-New Ski Nautique: 65 Years of an Iconic Legacy

All-New Hull Design
Refined Integrations
Timeless Style
Optimized Helm Experience
Tournament Approved

For 65 years, the Ski Nautique has remained at the forefront of innovation in the world of three-event waterskiing, pulling the industry forward with an attractive synergy of unrivalled performance and classic elegance. With more personal bests and world records than any other water ski boat in history, this timeless model indisputably stands as the most coveted and best-selling ski boat in the world.

Completely redesigned from bow to stern and significantly lighter than the previous generation, the all-new 2026 Ski Nautique holds true to the design philosophy of “form follows function.” Every detail has been purposefully engineered to seamlessly integrate ease of user experience with unprecedented performance capabilities. All this – to create an iconic legacy that continues to set the standard.

"As we continue to celebrate our 100th Anniversary, we are thrilled to commemorate 65 years of the iconic Ski Nautique with the debut of this revolutionary, all-new 2026 model," said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. "This moment marks a powerful intersection of heritage and innovation, honoring the legacy that shaped waterskiing while driving new levels of performance and propelling the sport into the future."

All-New Hull Design
The completely redesigned Ski Nautique incorporates a proprietary method of combining carbon fiber and fiberglass in conjunction with an all-new integrated stringer system that is infused into the hull to give you the perfect balance of strength and weight. In tandem with the patented MicroTuner® and redesigned HydroGate® technology, this new hull design creates more lift and minimizes displacement for naturally flatter wakes with more support in the trough areas, resulting in gains across the entire range from higher speeds and shorter rope lengths to slower speeds and longer line lengths.

Refined Integrations
The all-new Ski Nautique is a culmination of refined integrations unlike anything else on the market. We’ve fine-tuned the interaction between the new running surface, redesigned automated HydroGate®, and MicroTuner® technology to work concurrently with the all-new, extremely intuitive LINC Panoray interface to deliver automated control at your fingertips for a seamless user experience.

Additionally, we’ve optimized the interactions between the engine, integrated Zero-Off®, and propeller through extensive testing and calibrations to fine-tune the feel at the end of the line, enhancing performance and efficiency across the board for all three disciplines. This gives skiers more adjustability in the pull as they move from letter to letter and number to number, provides maximum power for jump acceleration, and keeps RPMs consistent across different conditions.

Further integrations include the new jump switch access port, giving quick access to the jump switch connector. It also provides a path that routes under the floor and through to the passenger seat compartment, where we have power outlets to support other tournament related electronics. An additional power outlet has also been incorporated to the left of the helm for things like windshield mounted cameras.

Timeless Style
The all-new Ski Nautique’s sculpted exterior lines fuse iconic Nautique design language with an elegant, sleek look for an impactful presence that conveys exceptional strength and timeless style. The interior embodies Nautique’s signature design elements that provide an elevated, luxurious feel and comfort without compromise.

Numerous all-new features such as the windshield, ski cradles, helm, glovebox, and hand stitched grab handles were thoughtfully designed to contribute to the Ski Nautique’s sophisticated aesthetic while playing a role in reducing overall weight – striking the perfect balance between style, function, and performance.

Optimized Helm Experience
The helm of the next generation Ski Nautique not only responds to the needs of the driver but anticipates them – with ergonomics that make time at the wheel feel effortless. The previously mentioned, new LINC Panoray interface contributes to this thoughtfully curated driver experience along with the all-new Helm Command Center, start/stop and remote battery switch buttons, and adjustable mirror. We have also incorporated a wireless phone charger that holds any sized smartphone in the driver’s direct line of sight, providing full screen visibility for use with supplemental tournament applications.

Tournament Approved
The All-New Ski Nautique is a USA Water Ski Approved Tournament Towboat, sanctioned for use in IWWF events worldwide.

From its groundbreaking 1961 debut to the modern design philosophy that harmonizes form and function, the Ski Nautique continues to inspire. With emphasis on overall performance and value to the customer, this next generation Ski Nautique pushes beyond previous limits to define the future of three-event waterskiing.

Click the links below to learn more and to experience the 65th Anniversary of the Ski Nautique up close and personal via an exclusive demo with one of our ski school partners.

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Posted on Thursday, May 22, 2025

Watch the 65th Nautique Masters Live!

Pine Mountain, GA (May 22, 2025) – Tune in to experience LIVE coverage of the most prestigious, invite-only event in watersports: the 65th Nautique Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament® presented by GM Marine!

Feel as if you’re part of the crowd here at Callaway Gardens with roaming cameras that will capture the very essence of the Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament. Enjoy all the action on Robin Lake, exclusive interviews, walkthroughs of the booths and displays, and get a closer look at the official tournament towboats: the record-setting Ski Nautique and the award-winning Super Air Nautique G23.

“I couldn’t be more excited to watch the world’s most elite water ski and wakeboard athletes compete at the Nautique Masters,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “This tournament is truly special – it represents the pinnacle of our sport, and there’s nothing else quite like the energy and talent on display here at Callaway Gardens. It’s going to be an incredible weekend filled with unforgettable performances you won’t want to miss!”

Live coverage begins tomorrow, May 23rd, at 8:00am EDT via masterswaterski.com as the 32nd Junior Master’s athletes hit the water to compete for the coveted Junior Masters titles. Follow along with our schedule of events here as coverage extends throughout the entire weekend.

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Posted on Thursday, May 22, 2025

The Nautique Masters Tournament Boasts the Largest Prize Purse in Towed Watersports

ORLANDO, FL (May 9, 2025) – The 65^th Nautique Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament presented by GM Marine will once again take center stage on Robin Lake at the beautiful Callaway Resort & Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia on May 23-25^th. The Nautique Masters is yet again, set to uphold its legacy as the most prestigious event of the year, maintaining its commitment to equal pay, and garnishing the largest prize purse in towed watersports.

With a total prize purse of $144,000 USD on the line, the Nautique Masters rewards the most elite watersports athletes in the world, delivering an unmatched showcase that promises the highest level of performance on the most iconic stage in the industry.

Each of the four main events – slalom, tricks, jump, and wakeboard – will feature an $18,000 USD prize purse, with equal pay awarded to both men and women competitors.

“The world's best watersports athletes deserve to compete for the highest prize purse in the sport at the Masters – a reflection of their unmatched talent and dedication,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “The Masters title is the most coveted in our sport and we are committed to our tradition of providing pay equality for every Masters champion.”

For more information or to purchase tickets to the Nautique Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament presented by GM Marine, please click here.