From February 22 to 28, 2026, Martinique, will host the first official edition of the Martinique Wing Adventure, an international long-distance wingfoil competition bringing together leading figures from the global circuit. Organized by the WIND Force Sailing Club of Le Robert, the event aims to position the island as a new benchmark for high-level wingfoil.
Renowned for its exceptional nautical conditions, Martinique benefits from steady trade winds, warm waters year-round and a wide variety of sailing areas. These natural assets make the island particularly suited for high-performance water sports and elite competitions.
Wingfoil : A rapidly growing global discipline
Over the past few years, wingfoil has experienced strong international growth. Driven by technological innovation, the development of professional circuits and a new generation of athletes, the discipline has become one of the most dynamic water sports worldwide.
Present on major international events, wingfoil stands out for:
- its spectacular nature,
- its technical demands,
- its versatility (race, freestyle, long distance),
- its strong development potential.
In this context, the Martinique Wing Adventure represents a new strategic step in the international calendar.
An elite competition dedicated to long distance
Unlike traditional formats, the Martinique Wing Adventure is mainly based on long-distance racing, which is extremely demanding both physically and technically.
This format remains rare worldwide and is organized by only a few structures internationally, making the event particularly attractive to top riders.
For this reason, the main race will feature 16 selected athletes, all specialists in long-distance wingfoil.
Long-distance racing combines:
- extended race sections,
- navigation in wave and swell conditions,
- advanced weather and sea-reading skills.
Some stages, especially Robert – Grand Rivière and Marin – Diamant – Marin, can present challenging marine conditions, requiring a rigorous selection of participants.
A multi-stage racing format
The 2026 edition will combine long-distance raids and coastal regattas, structured around six stages and one prologue.
Provisional Schedule
- February 22, 2026
- Prologue in the Bay of Le Robert
- February 23, 2026
- Robert – Grand Rivière
- February 24, 2026
- Grand Rivière – Robert
- February 25, 2026
- Robert – Marin
- February 26, 2026
- Marin – Diamant – Marin
- February 27, 2026
- Marin – Robert
- February 28, 2026
- Final regatta in the Bay of Le Robert
This route allows athletes to sail across several coastal areas of Martinique, combining sporting performance with diverse natural conditions.
A World-Class Line-Up
The 2026 edition will feature riders from the main international circuits.
International References
- Bastien Escofet
- 2025 Slalom World Champion
- Julien Rattotti
- Long-Distance Vice World Champion and Big Air World Champion
- Kylie Belloeuvre
- 2025 GWA Slalom Vice World Champion
- Enoha Laurent
- Youth Vice World Champion
- Alan Fedit
- European Vice Champion, 3rd in the world freestyle
- Thomas Proust
- IWSA World Top 10
Caribbean Representation
- Léon Guilbert
- Winner of SNIS 2025
- Oscar Leclair
- Winner of the 2025 test edition
This line-up confirms the international attractiveness and sporting credibility of the Martinique Wing Adventure.
An emerging Caribbean wingfoil hub
With international riders training regularly on the island and a growing local community, Martinique is progressively establishing itself as a Caribbean hub for wingfoil.
Through this event, organizers aim to:
- connect the Caribbean to the global circuit,
- encourage knowledge transfer between champions and young talents,
- structure the discipline sustainably,
- strengthen the island’s international visibility.
