J-Bay and the World Kneeboard Titles – wrap, results & photos

August 17-24, Jeffreys Bay, South Africa  - Jeffreys Bay lit up with perfectly reeling, overhead 6ft waves for the Finals Day of the CineFX Kneeboard Surfing World Titles 2024 creating the perfect arena for the best kneeboard surfers in the world to battle it out for the coveted World Title.

With the stage set, outstanding performances were delivered throughout the day, matched by an electric atmosphere amongst the spectators on the beach.
In an all-Australian Open Mens Final, Chayne Simpson (AUS) clinched the 2024 Kneeboard Surfing World Champion with a commanding 9.00, complemented by a 7.17. With big critical manoeuvres in his arsenal and massive close out turns to punctuate his rides, Simpson showed consistently excellent surfing throughout the week. “Since we’ve arrived, we’ve had pumping surf and today’s waves were no exception, I loved every minute of it!” says Simpson.

French competitor Anne Milochau (FRA) showcased her exceptional technique and graceful carves to secure the Women’s World Kneeboard Title. "It's been a dream coming to Jeffreys Bay. The warm welcome and fantastic event have made this week unforgettable," Milochau remarked.

In a nail-biting Pro Junior Final, Kevin Skvarna (USA) emerged victorious with a critical wave in the final moments of the heat, successfully defending his 2022 Pro Junior Title. 

Throughout the week, Australian prodigy Owen Fairweather (AUS) showed exceptionally mature surfing, and his hard work paid off on Finals day when he claimed the Junior Kneeboard Surfing Title.

Jedd McNeilage (RSA), surfing a board shaped by himself, claimed victory in the Seniors division with a buzzer beating wave, also defending his 2022 Senior Men’s title.

In a heat with multiple former world champions, well-respected waterman and legendary Simon Farrer (AUS) took out the Kahunas division with a standout performance consisting of the highest score of the day – a remarkable 9.87 – complemented by an 8.33, earning him the division title.
Jeffreys Bay’s Stephen Van Der Watt (RSA) used his intimate knowledge of the waves to put on exceptional surfing throughout the week, ultimately securing the Veterans title.

Lester Sweetman (RSA) an expert in powerful surf displayed prowess in the sizeable conditions to become the Grandmasters champion.
In the Invincibles division, Scott Wessling (USA) aged over 70 years old, adeptly surfed the large waves to earn the Invincibles title.

The CineFX Kneeboard Surfing World Titles 2024 has set a new benchmark for excellence in the sport, showcasing the natural beauty and high-performance potential of Jeffreys Bay. The event is already being hailed as one of the best World Titles in Kneeboarding history, raising the bar for future competitions.

The CineFX Kneeboard Surfing World Titles 2024 are presented by Surfing South Africa were made possible by title sponsor CineFX, with support from Occuvision, Woeskus Mag, Paddy Pads, Parkes Kneeboards, Vissla, Country Feeling, Bilt, and Westside Kneelo.

- REPORT FROM MARISHKA MYERS – for the Cine FX Kneeboard Surfing World Titles 2024

 FULL RESULTS AVAIALBLE HERE