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Neilly Ross sets World Record Behind the Ski Nautique

ORLANDO, FL (November 18, 2024) – Team Nautique athlete Neilly Ross has broken the World Record in Women's Trick with a score of 11,380 points behind the record-setting Ski Nautique.

The record was set during the Okee 3 Event Tournament held at Ski Club of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach, Florida and has been approved by the International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF).

“Since I was 8, I have put every ounce of effort into the dream of breaking the World Record,” said Team Nautique athlete Neilly Ross. “I’m incredibly grateful for my competitors, with whom we have pushed each other—and the sport—to new, previously unthinkable heights. And of course, for the unparalleled performance of the world record-setting Ski Nautique.”

Neilly has had a strong season thus taking second at the 64^th Nautique Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament®, presented By GM Marine in May and now etching her name into history with yet another world record behind the Ski Nautique.

“I’d like to congratulate Neilly Ross on this monumental accomplishment!” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. "The Ski Nautique has once again provided the consistent pull that allows athletes to break world records. I can’t wait to see what’s next for Neilly for the remainder of the season!“

Click here to learn more about Neilly Ross.

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 Monday, November 18, 2024

Dates Announced for the 2025 Nautique Wake Series

Orlando, FL (November 8, 2024) – The World Wake Association (WWA) and Nautique Boat Company are excited to announce the 2025 Nautique Wake Series dates and event locations! The Nautique Wake Series has a legacy of showcasing the world’s highest-level of competitive wakeboarding while nurturing the next generation of riders, prioritizing rider development in a family-friendly atmosphere. As this legacy continues, the Nautique Wake Series will maintain its commitment to pushing the progression of wakeboarding with a riders-first focus.

Towed exclusively by the award-winning G23 for the 12^th consecutive year, the 2025 Nautique Wake Series will kick off with the 64^th Moomba Masters International Invitational presented by GM Marine at the Moomba Festival in Melbourne, Australia on March 6-10^th. The second stop of the series will be none other than 65^th Nautique Masters Waterski and Wakeboard Tournament® presented by GM Marine May 23-25^th on the acclaimed waters of Robin Lake at Callaway Gardens. Riders will have the opportunity to earn a Masters invitation through the Nautique Masters Virtual Wakeboard LCQ hosted in the WWA Rideline app.

Grand Junction, Colorado will play host to stop three of the 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series on July 30^th - August 3^rd for the Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships proudly presented by GM Marine. The fourth and final stop will take the best riders in the world to the waters of Boca Raton, Florida September 10-14^th for the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships, also presented by our great partners at GM Marine.

As last year’s Nautique Wake Series proved to be one for the books with numerous new tricks landed and some of the highest scoring passes to date, you won’t want to miss what’s in store for the 2025 Nautique Wake Series! Pro Men, Pro Women, Jr. Pro Men, and Jr. Pro Women will put their best tricks down all season long for the chance to be crowned the 2025 WWA World Champions, Nautique Wake Series Overall Champions, and WWA Wakeboard World Series Overall Champions.

“The 2025 Nautique Wake Series is once again set to elevate competitive wakeboarding as it continues to be the only event series providing riders of all ages and skill level the opportunity to compete at an elite level," said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. "We are dedicated to progressing the sport, and the Super Air Nautique G23 provides the perfect platform for displaying this progression on the world stage."

2025 Nautique Wake Series Schedule:

Stop #1: 64^th Nautique Moomba Masters presented by GM Marine
March 6-10^th
Melbourne, Australia on the Yarra River (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #2: 65^th Nautique Masters Water Ski & Wakeboard Tournament® presented by GM Marine
May 23^rd-25^th
Pine Mountain, Georgia – Callaway Gardens (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #3: Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championships presented by GM Marine
July 30^th-August 3^rd
Grand Junction, Colorado (WWA-WBWS)

Stop #4: Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by GM Marine
September 10-14^th
Boca Raton, Florida (WWA-WBWS)

Click here to learn more.

Posted on Friday, November 8, 2024

Nautique Boats Pulls the 2024 Wakesurf Championships - Dubai Creek Edition

ORLANDO, FL (November 7, 2024) – Nautique Boats kicked off the 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series this past weekend with a new, additional stop in the series, the 2024 Wakesurf Championships – Dubai Creek Edition. The award-winning, YANMAR diesel powered Super Air Nautique G25 threw perfect waves with the iconic Dubai skyline as the backdrop on the prime waters of the Dubai Creek Marina.

The crowds of the Viya Marine Dubai Creek Preowned Boat Show witnessed the world’s best wakesurfing as this first stop of the season saw a vast range of over 50 international professional and amateur athletes representing 10 different countries. The United States of America, United Arab Emirates, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Lebanon, Ukraine, Japan, Cypress, Spain, and Germany were among those proudly represented.

Nautique Athletes dominated the podium with Noah Flegel taking the win in both Pro Men Skim and Pro Men Surf, and Bailey Dunn claiming victory in both Pro Women Skim and Pro Women Surf! Team Nautique athlete Jodi Grassman also put on an incredible performance, taking 2^nd place in Pro Women Skim and 3^rd place in Pro Women Surf.

Although this event was held in 2024, it will count as the first stop of the 2025 Nautique Wakesurf Series, making the series 5 stops and giving athletes an extra opportunity to gain points along with the ability to drop their lowest score of the season.

“The 2024 Wakesurf Championships – Dubai Creek Edition was the perfect start to the 2025 season,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “The Nautique Wakesurf Series aims to bring the highest level of wakesurf competition to international destinations across the globe, and this event truly fulfilled our goal.”

Click the here to access the final results of the 2024 Wakesurf Championships – Dubai Creek Edition.

Posted on Friday, November 8, 2024

The 2024 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships Returns to Australia

Orlando, FL (October 4, 2024)

The Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championship presented by GM Marine returns to Australia after nearly two decades
The 2024 Wakeboard World Champions and 2024 Nautique Wake Series Champions are crowned
Team Nautique athlete Zahra Kell emerges victorious as the 2024 Nautique Wake Series Overall Champion in Pro Women Wakeboard
Team Nautique Athlete Noah Flegel reigns undefeated in all 2024 Pro Men Foil divisions between the Nautique Surf Series and Nautique Wake Series
The Super Air Nautique G23 makes history by pulling the first ever double KGB landed in a traditional contest format

After nearly two decades, the Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championship presented by GM Marine made its highly anticipated return to Australian waters, delivering an unforgettable weekend on the iconic Gold Coast. With the prestige of being crowned World Champion and the Overall Nautique Wake Series Champion on the line, the intensity of the competition was palpable as the world’s best professional and amateur wakeboard, wakeskate, and foil athletes battled it out at the fourth and final stop of the 2024 Nautique Wake Series.

Celebrated for its industry-leading hull design and innovative technology, the all-new Centennial Edition Super Air Nautique G23 threw perfect wakes tailored to the wide array of skill levels across over 30 divisions. Spectators filled the beach to cheer for over 150 competitors ranging from 6 to 55 years of age, representing over 30 countries. Whether it be emerging talents or seasoned professionals, the G23’s crisp and customizable wakes provided world-class performance for every heat.

After an intense weekend of competition, Team Nautique athlete Zahra Kell emerged victorious as the 2024 Nautique Wake Series Overall Champion in Pro Women Wakeboard. With wins at the 2024 Nautique Moomba Masters and the 2024 Nautique WWA Wakeboard National Championship and a second-place finish at the 2024 Nautique Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament, Zahra proved to be an unstoppable force all season long.

“To win the Nautique Wake Series Overall Championship two years in a row is an absolute dream!” said Nautique athlete Zahra Kell. “I am on could 9 and am so thankful for Nautique Boats and the WWA!”

Team Nautique Athlete Noah Flegel also put on an incredible performance, taking the wins in both Pro Men Foil and Pro Men Foil Straps. With these wins, Noah has officially completed the 2024 season winning every single Pro Men foil division offered between the Nautique Surf Series and Nautique Wake Series.

To top off the weekend, the Super Air Nautique G23 made history by pulling the first ever double KGB landed in a traditional contest format! As the G23 produced a textbook double-up, Pro Men rider Thomas Herman executed the double heelside backroll with a backside 360-degree spin. Nautique was proud to provide the perfect platform for this monumental achievement as the Super Air Nautique G23 continues to push the limits of the sport.

With a season full of historical industry firsts and unforgettable memories, the 2024 Nautique Wake Series has been a massive success. Nautique Boats would like to thank all the participants, sponsors, vendors, and fans that made this season one we will never forget!

“The 2024 Nautique WWA Wakeboard World Championships and 2024 Nautique Wake Series have been nothing short of extraordinary,” said Nautique President, Greg Meloon. “This year’s events showcased the incredible talents of athletes across the globe combined with Nautique’s commitment to relentless innovation and delivering the best on water experience imaginable.”

Click the links below to access the final results of the 2024 Nautique Wake Series.

2024 Nautique Wake Series Rankings - Pro Men

2024 Nautique Wake Series Rankings - Pro Women

2024 Nautique Wake Series Rankings - Jr. Pro Men

2024 Nautique Wake Series Rankings - Jr. Pro Women

Posted on Friday, October 4, 2024

Nautique Hosts the Largest Wakesurf Event in History

Orlando, FL (August 26, 2024)

Nautique hosts the largest wakesurf event in history behind the Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon
Team Nautique Athlete Noah Flegel makes history with the first ever strapless foil 3 shuv in a contest
2024 Nautique Wakesurf Series Champions are crowned with Team Nautique athletes Bailey Dunn and Noah Flegel claiming Overall Titles
Nautique Wakesurf Series Champions receive an invite to surf Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch

The 2024 Nautique Wakesurf Series came to an epic close this past weekend as the Nautique Masters Wakesurf Championships presented by GM Marine shattered records and became the largest wakesurf event in the history of the sport! With 190 entries, Nautique was deeply honored to host this monumental event on the iconic waters of Robin Lake at Callaway Gardens.

With both Masters and Overall titles on the line, the best wave in the industry served as the perfect canvas for the global wakesurfing community as they threw down their best tricks of the season behind the award-winning Super Air Nautique G23 Paragon. The numerous divisions offered for each and every skill level provided an inclusive experience for riders resulting in an impressive competitor age range of 5-69! Among these armature and professional wakesurfers were 10+ families with two or more members competing for a Nautique Masters win and a chance to achieve the 2024 Nautique Wakesurf Series Overall Champion Titles.

Team Nautique athlete Noah Flegel pushed the boundaries of what is possible in competitive foiling once again with the first ever strapless foil 3-shuv landed in a contest! Noah’s groundbreaking performances landed him wins in both Pro Men Foil and Pro Men Foil Straps, and a third-place finish in Pro Men Surf. Nautique teammate John Ackerman also put on an incredible show, taking second in the Pro Men Foil Straps division.

“We saw some of the best riding the sport has ever seen in all of the pro divisions, and I was stoked to be in all 4 finals with the best of the best!” said Team Nautique athlete Noah Flegel. “It is always a pleasure to compete behind the G23 Paragon; It throws the biggest and best waves in the game!”

Other notable performances include that of Nautique Team athletes Bailey Dunn and Jodi Grassman as they each took third in Pro Women Surf and Pro Women Skim, respectively.

“We are beyond thrilled to have hosted the largest wakesurf event in the sports history,” said Nautique President Greg Meloon. “Wakesurf Masters was created to showcase the incredible growth and popularity of wakesurfing at the best venue in watersports. It reflects our commitment to supporting and advancing the sport behind the Paragon G23 which provides the most progressive surf wave available on the market.”

With results in for the Nautique Maters Wakesurf Championship, we were proud to crown the 2024 Nautique Wakesurf Series Overall Champions! These riders battled it out behind the G23 Paragon all season long and accumulated the most points within all four stops of the series. We’d like to extend a special congratulations to Team Nautique athletes Noah Flegel and Bailey Dunn for their achievements as 2024 Nautique Wakesurf Series Overall Champions! Noah emerged as the Overall Champion in both Pro Men Foil and Pro Men Foil Straps, and Bailey proved victorious as the Overall Champion in Pro Women Skim!

“What a year! It’s a privilege being able to represent a company I love so much,” said Nautique athlete Bailey Dunn. “It’s been awesome to see the progression in the sport thanks to the G23 Paragon providing the best waves in the industry! Thank you to Nautique and the WWA for all you do!”

In celebration of all the incredible athletes who have triumphed in this year’s Nautique Wakesurf Series, we are excited to invite the pro division series winners and two of the amateur division winners, chosen at random, to the Surf Ranch for a one-of-a-kind experience to surf perfect waves with fellow champions!

Nautique Boats extends its deepest gratitude to all the participants, sponsors, vendors, and fans who contributed to the great success of this milestone event and the Nautique Wakesurf Series as a whole.

Click here to access the final results of the 2024 Nautique Wakesurf Series.