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The Ski Nautique Pulls the World's Best at the 2025 IWWF World Waterski Championships

ORLANDO, FL (September 3, 2025) – The world’s best waterski athletes etched their names into history behind the legendary Ski Nautique during the 2025 IWWF World Waterski Championships, held at the scenic Parco Nautico del Sesia in Recetto, Italy. As the exclusive towboat for the event, the world-record setting Ski Nautique delivered the precision, consistency, and elite performance required for athletes to achieve remarkable results. 

Team Nautique athletes dominated across multiple disciplines, leaving a lasting impression on the 2025 World Championships. In the Open Women Trick division, it was a clean sweep for Nautique, with all three podium spots claimed by team athletes. Neilly Ross delivered a standout performance, scoring 11,300 points to earn the coveted title of Women’s Trick World Champion. She was joined on the podium by Erika Lang in second place and Anna Hunter, who took third.  

The Open Men Slalom division culminated in exciting fashion with a thrilling run-off between Nate Smith and Team Nautique’s Charlie Ross after both athletes ran 1 @ 43 off in the final. In the high-pressure tiebreaker, Charlie delivered a strong performance, skiing 1.5 @ 41 off, just one buoy short of Smith. This effort earned Charlie a well-deserved second place finish, cementing his status as one of the sport’s rising stars.
  
The Ski Nautique also pulled Team Nautique athletes Ryan Dodd and Regina Jaquess to second place finishes in Open Men Jump and Open Women Slalom, respectively, with a massive 70.1m (230ft) jump and 1 @ 41 off.

Following a week of exceptional competition, Nautique extends its congratulations to all the athletes who competed at the 2025 IWWF Waterski World Championships. From personal bests to world-class podium finishes, Nautique is honored to be a part of each skier’s journey and looks forward to supporting the continued growth of waterskiing worldwide. 

“The performances at the 2025 IWWF Waterski World Championships were nothing short of extraordinary,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon.  “Laying the foundation ahead of every incredible athlete, the Ski Nautique’s capabilities empowered each athlete to rise to the occasion and deliver the highest performance ever witnessed on this stage. I’m especially proud of our Team Nautique athletes, who represented the brand with excellence, determination and elite talent.”

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

The 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series Overall Champions Crowned at the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships

ORLANDO, FL (August 25, 2025) - The 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series Overall Champions were crowned this past weekend as the world’s top wakesurf athletes battled it out at the fifth and final stop of the series, the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by GM Marine. 

Held on the iconic and prestigious Robin Lake at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia, the event delivered textbook conditions as the Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon pulled 164 participants, who represented eight different countries in what proved to be one of the most competitive and memorable stops of the season. 

With wins in both Pro Men Foil and Pro Men Strapped Foil as well as a second-place finish in Pro Men Surf, Team Nautique athlete Noah Flegel swept the field as the 2025 Overall Nautique Wakesurf Series Champion in all four Pro Men divisions: Pro Men Surf, Pro Men Skim, Pro Men Foil, and Pro Men Foil Strapped! 

“Last year at the 2024 Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships, I set a goal for myself: to dedicate my 2025 season to becoming the best competitor I could be and to take down all four overall titles in the Nautique Wakesurf Series - Surf, Skim, Strapped, and Strapless Foiling,” said Team Nautique athlete, Noah Flegel. “This season was action-packed, with some of the best riding I’ve ever seen. At every event, the level kept rising, even with only a week or two between stops! I’m beyond stoked to have achieved my goal of winning it all in a single season. Huge thank you to Nautique for putting on the best contest series in the industry and towing it all behind the best boats and waves in the world!”

Team Nautique athlete Joey Harris threw down two incredible stand-up passes to prevail as the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Champion in Pro Men Surf, securing the second spot on the 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series Overall Pro Men Surf podium.
 
In the Pro Women Skim division, the Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon set up perfect waves for Team Nautique athlete Bailey Dunn to surf her way to third place. As the points were tallied, Bailey was crowned the 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series Overall Champion in both Pro Women Skim and Pro Women Surf! 

"Taking the overall title in both Pro Women Skim and Pro Women Surf at the Nautique Wakesurf Series feels absolutely surreal!” said Team Nautique athlete, Bailey Dunn. “This season has been all about growth, dedication, long travel days, and unforgettable moments on the water. I’ve worked so hard for this, and I’m proud of myself - it feels really good to see that hard work pays off. Huge thanks to Nautique Boats for hosting the most epic events and giving us the chance to ride behind the best wakesurf boats out there. The waves these boats produce pushes us to ride at our highest level - and I’m so grateful for everything this season brought. I’m so proud to be a part of this company and to be surrounded by so many amazing people. Looking forward to more time on the water this offseason and seeing what the future holds!” 

As the 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series culminates, we’d like to extend our heartfelt gratitude and congratulations to everyone who participated. From amateur competitors to seasoned pros, each rider showcased exceptional dedication, consistency, and progression throughout the season. The final podium at Robin Lake not only celebrated individual accomplishments, but also reflected the collective passion and momentum that continue to drive the sport of wakesurfing forward.

“The Nautique Wakesurf Series, known for its global reach and elite competition, continues to set the standard for wakesurfing excellence, uniting athletes and fans from around the world,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “This year’s wakesurf series delivered unforgettable moments and solidified its status as the premier platform for both amateur and elite wakesurfers alike.”

Please click here to view the 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series final rankings. 

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

Nautique Nationals Prevails as the Largest Towed Watersports Event of the Year

ORLANDO, FL (August 5, 2025) – The 2025 Nautique WWA National Championships presented by GM Marine prevailed as the largest towed watersports event of the year featuring six different disciplines of competition for amateurs and pros alike: Wakeboard, Wakeskate, Surf, Skim, Foil, and Foil-Strapped.  As stop 3 of 4 in the 2025 Nautique Wake Series and stop 3 of 5 in the 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series, the stakes were high as athletes battled for crucial points toward the overall series rankings.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Highline Lake State Park in Grand Junction, Colorado, the award-winning Super Air Nautique G23 and G23 Paragon pulled 303 competitors ranging from 7 to 63 years of age to the coveted National Titles. 

With deep water and excellent conditions, the Super Air Nautique G23 threw textbook perfect wakes in the wakeboard divisions, resulting in some of the most progressive and elite riding to date. Team Nautique athletes Zahra Kell and Cory Teunissen put incredible passes together landing them in second and third place in the Pro Women and Pro Men Wakeboard divisions, respectively. With this second-place finish, Zahra leads the women in the 2025 Nautique Wake Series rankings with 170 points, and Cory is second in the men’s rankings with 170 points, just 20 points shy of the series leader, Nic Rapa, who has 190 points. 

In the Pro Women Surf and Skim divisions, the Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon’s endless waves set the stage for Team Nautique athletes Jodi Grassman and Bailey Dunn as they surfed to podium finishes. Jodi claimed the Nationals title in Pro Women Surf with Bailey placing third, and in the Pro Women Skim division, Jodi took third place. With this, Bailey sits as the current 2025 Nautique Surf Series leader in both Pro Women Skim and Surf, with 300 and 335 points, respectively. Jodi follows close behind with 260 points in both the Pro Women Skim and Surf rankings. 

Team Nautique athletes Noah Flegel and Joey Harris also claimed Nationals Titles with Noah winning both Pro Men Foil divisions and Joey placing first in Pro Men Surf. Noah also landed on the podium in Pro Men Surf with a second-place finish. These results cement Noah as the series leader in all four surf style divisions with 200 points in Pro Men Surf, 190 points in Pro Men Skim, 100 points in Pro Men Foil, and 100 points in Pro Men Foil-Strapped. Joey Harris is ranked third overall in Pro Men Surf with 90 points, and fellow Team Nautique athletes John Akerman and Drew Drennan are also among the top Pro Men with John ranking third in Pro Men Skim and Drew ranking third in Pro Men Foil. 

“The level of talent on display at this year’s Nautique Nationals was truly inspiring,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “With series titles on the line and athletes giving it everything they’ve got, this stop highlighted exactly why the Nautique Wake and Wakesurf Series are the pinnacle of our sport. We’re honored to support events that fuel progression and unite the global towed watersports community.”

To learn more about the 2025 Nautique Wake and Wakesurf Series and to view the official rankings, please click the links below. 

2025 Nautique Wake and Surf Series Rankings

Learn More - Nautique Wakesurf Series 

Learn More - Nautique Wake Series

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

Team Nautique Athlete Charlie Ross Defends His Title and Ties His Previous Under 21 Slalom World Record

ORLANDO (August 4, 2025) – Team Nautique athlete Charlie Ross claimed victory to defend his title in the Under 21 Men’s Slalom division this past weekend at the 2025 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships held at the renowned Predator Bay Water Ski Club in Calgary, Alberta. 

Running 3 @ 41 off, Charlie not only emerged victorious, but also tied the U21 World Record in Men’s Slalom, a benchmark he set at the previous U21 Worlds in 2023. 

“Winning the U21 World Championships on home soil here in Canada and defending my title as U21 World Champion is an incredible honor,” said Nautique athlete Charlie Ross. “Competing behind the Ski Nautique brings out the best in every athlete - its smooth, consistent pull and unbelievably flat wake gave me the confidence needed to tie the U21 World Championships World Record.”

Charlie Ross’s consistent excellence in Men’s Slalom continues to make history behind the Ski Nautique, and with each record-setting performance, he cements himself as one of the sport’s brightest rising stars with an incredible future ahead.

“Charlie’s performance at the U21 World Championships was nothing short of exceptional,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “The Ski Nautique has proven itself as the trusted choice for record-breaking moments - a symbol of precision, consistency, and excellence that continues to shape the future of waterskiing, enabling athletes like Charlie to push the boundaries of what’s possible.”

Learn more here. 

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

The G23 Paragon Pulls the Largest Nautique European Wakesurf Championships to Date

ORLANDO, FL (July 29, 2025) – The award-winning Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon pulled the largest Nautique European Wakesurf Championships to date this past weekend on the pristine waters of Botaski in Madrid, Spain. With perfect conditions all weekend long, an impressive 14 countries were represented with 76 participants across 18 divisions. 

Among this large field of riders was Team Nautique athlete Noah Flegel, who took the win in three of the four Pro Men divisions: Pro Men Strapless Foil, Pro Men Strapped Foil, and Pro Men Surf. Noah also found himself on the podium in Pro Men Skim, with an impressive second place finish.

“The Nautique European Wakesurf Championships in Spain was such an incredible event through and through,” said Team Nautique athlete, Noah Flegel. “The most beautiful G23 Paragon I’ve ever seen delivered perfect waves all weekend at the best venue I’ve ever visited, Botaski! Glassy conditions and deep water made for some very impressive riding from every one of my fellow Nautique team members and competitors alike!”

Team Nautique athletes John Akerman, Joey Harris, and Drew Drennan also landed spots on the podium in the Pro Men divisions, with John claiming the win in Pro Men Skim, Joey taking second in Pro Men Surf, and Drew placing third in Pro Men Strapless Foil. 

As for the ladies, the G23 Paragon pulled Team Nautique athlete Bailey Dunn to victory in Pro Women Skim, with teammate Jodi Grassman taking second place. Jodi put two more incredible passes together in Pro Women Surf to place third. 

“The 2025 European Wakesurf Championships in Spain marked a significant milestone for wakesurfing with the largest attendance in the event’s history including participants attending from around the globe,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “We are incredibly proud of our Team Nautique athletes for their world-class performances and continued leadership on the water. Events like this exemplify how the global wakesurfing community can come together in a premier setting to celebrate the sport, push its boundaries, and inspire the future of wakesurfing."

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