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CANOE MARATHON GOVERNANCE
Canoe marathon racing in the UK is overseen by the Paddle UK Marathon Racing Committee
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NATIONAL RACING
Three major national marathon annual events are held and run by the MRC and clubs: National Marathon Championships, National Short Course Championships and the Hasler Finals
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EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Paddle UK actively promotes access to the sport of canoe sprint to all paddlers, coaches and volunteers, regardless of their identity, background or circumstances
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James Russell wins Bronze at the Marathon World Cup in China
Words by Freya Peters Reigning European marathon champion James Russell started his season strong with a bronze medal in the short course race at the 2026 Canoe Marathon World Cup[…]
Read moreMarathon Racing Committee’s 2026 Annual Consultative Meeting Papers & Election Profiles
The Marathon Racing Committee’s 2026 Annual Consultative Meeting will be taking place online at 8pm on Monday 15th June, as previously advertised. As a reminder, please make sure your club[…]
Read moreSelection Note for the European Championships and Sanabria 2026
Following the conclusion of the assessment races held at Nottingham and Elmbridge Canoe Clubs, the Selection Panel are pleased to announce the team selected for the 2026 European Championships as[…]
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