The Surf Foil World Tour and Waydoo Foils are set to make history with its first stop in Shenzhen, China, for the SFT E-Foil World Cup. Known for its futuristic skyline, coastal beauty, and leadership in technology and manufacturing, Shenzhen provides a fitting stage for a sport defined by progress and performance above the water. Located along the shores of the South China Sea, Shenzhen offers ideal spring conditions for foiling. In May, water temperatures average 24–26°C (75–79°F), providing warm, consistent conditions for athletes and an inviting environment for spectators to experience the sport up close.
Title Partner: Waydoo Powers the Tour’s Arrival in China
The Shenzhen event will be proudly supported by Waydoo, a globally recognized e-foil manufacturer headquartered in Shenzhen. As Title Sponsor, Waydoo’s partnership reflects both the city’s role as a hub of technological innovation and its growing influence in the global foiling movement. Waydoo’s presence brings a meaningful home advantage to the event, connecting world-class athletes with one of the companies helping shape the future of electric hydrofoil technology.
Prize Purse and World Cup Stakes
This World Cup event will feature elite riders competing for not only high rankings, but the following prize purse:
$30,000 prize purse — E-Foil World Cup
$10,000 worth of equipment and partner prizes
Technical race courses will be designed to challenge speed, efficiency, and endurance, delivering fast-paced, spectator-friendly racing that highlights the precision and athleticism of modern foiling.
Shenzhen: Where Innovation Meets the Water
As China’s center for advanced manufacturing and home to some of the world’s leading electric mobility and marine technology companies, Shenzhen represents a natural expansion point for the Surf Foil World Tour. The city’s blend of urban sophistication, coastal access, and innovation culture creates a powerful backdrop for introducing foiling competition to new audiences across Asia. With global athletes, local fans, and industry leaders converging, the SFT E-Foil World Cup in China will mark a major milestone—connecting the sport’s international growth with one of the world’s most influential technology cities.
The Surf Foil World Tour continues to build momentum worldwide, and China stands ready to deliver an unforgettable chapter in the rise of foiling in Asia.
Event Schedule
Sunday 17th
Registration and Time Trials
08:30 to 10:00 Rider registration
10:30- 11:00 Opening Ceremony
11:30 to 12:30 Riders meeting and event briefing
13:00 to 18:00 Time Trials
20:00 Riders Welcome Dinner / Party
Monday, 18th May
9:00 Riders Briefing
10:00 to 18:00 Elimination Races
20:00 Dinner Party
Tuesday, 19th May
9:00 Riders Briefing
10:00 to 17:00 Elimination Races
17:00 to 17:30 Finals
18:00: Closing ceremony and prize giving
20:00 World Cup closing Dinner Party
