A highlight on the second weekend of boot: at the EuroTour SUP Indoor World Cup - boot Düsseldorf 2026, the world's stand-up paddling elite will come together for a spectacle that promises speed, excitement and a real goosebump feeling.
Athletes from all over the world - from New Zealand, Brazil and Canada - travel to the Rhine to compete in the spectacular sprint format in the XXL pool. Anyone who loves water sports should not miss this highlight in the trade fair calendar.
Full action on two days
It starts on Saturday, 24 January 2026, from 10:15 a.m. with the first qualifying round. In further heats at 12:45 pm and 6:00 pm in a direct duel for every hundredth of a second - loud cheering from the edge of the pool is expressly encouraged.
The highlight follows on Sunday, 25 January 2026when from 15:00 to 16:15 the final races will be held. By then at the latest, it will be clear who can secure the coveted title at the EuroTour SUP Indoor World Cup - including the subsequent award ceremony in the middle of the trade fair.
Defending champions, medallists and challengers
The view of the international starting field. In the women's category Defending champion Alba Frey (Spain) once again at the start. She will be challenged by, among others Maricarmen Rivera (Puerto Rico) - reigning Pan-American champion and holder of impressive 14 World Championship medalswho still has a score to settle from the previous final. Also right at the front: Juliette Du Haime (Argentina)who was already on the podium in 2025.
High tension is also guaranteed for the men. Manuel Hoyuela, Ivan de Frutos Ruiz and Unax Etxeberria are among the well-known names on the scene - they are all coming to Düsseldorf to defend their titles or add to their list of successes. Every run is a sprint, every duel a game of nerves.
A World Cup with global appeal
A look at the origin of the participants shows that the SUP Indoor World Cup has long had international significance: 78 riders from numerous nations are on the starting list. Probably the longest journey Brianna Orams from New Zealand while competitors from South America, North America and Europe make boot Düsseldorf a real meeting place for the global SUP community.
More than just racing: Trade fair, lifestyle and community
The EuroTour SUP Indoor World Cup is embedded in the boot Düsseldorfwith around 1,500 exhibitors from over 60 countries is recognised as the world's leading trade fair for boats, water sports and maritime lifestyle. Hall 17 is the beating heart of surfing, foil and trend sports - a place to watch, cheer, try out and network.
Secure tickets and be there live
The ticket shop for boot Düsseldorf 2026 is open - and prices remain stable. Particularly attractive: the boot.club ticket for members (free registration), with which two days of the fair are already 19,00 € costs. Children under the age of 13 continue to have free entry, young people pay 14,00 €.
Tickets are available online and can also be conveniently purchased with Apple Pay or Google Pay be paid for. Whether as a gift or a spontaneous visit to the trade fair - a trip to Hall 17 and the SUP Indoor World Cup is definitely worthwhile. All information and tickets at www.boot.de
