2026
IWWF E&A WATERSKI OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS
POTI, GEORGIA
24–26 JULY
CHAMPIONSHIP LOCATION
📍 Poti, Maltakva - https://maps.app.goo.gl/NuPQKHhEsJLCnWaZ9
This is a specially arranged, closed water area designed for sporting events. The first European Championship ever held in Georgia has already taken place at this location.
The city of Poti has had a special connection with this sport for more than three decades and has all the necessary infrastructure, qualified human resources, and most importantly, an artificial lake specifically designed for hosting water skiing tournaments.
Boat, Ramp & Lake Specifications
2025 Ski Nautique – Specifications
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Engine: PCM ZZ6 6.2L V8 Speed Control
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Power: 450 HP
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Slalom prop: ACME 4000
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OFF Version: Latest
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Size: 13.25x15
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Zero-Off GPS Speed Control
Jump Ramp – Beeman (USA)
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Type: IWWF homologated waterski jump ramp
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Width: ~4.2 m
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Length: ~6.7 m
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Surface: Fiberglass competition surface
Lake characteristics:
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Length: approx. 1,000 – 1,200 m
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Width: approx. 120 – 150 m
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Average depth: 4 – 6 m
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Lake bed: flat, mostly sandy
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Calm freshwater conditions suitable for competitive waterskiing
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Straight channel-style lake ideal for tournament courses
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Surrounded by flat terrain and vegetation
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Historically used for international sporting events
Registration Deadlines & Cancellation Policy
Registration Deadline
Cancellation Rules & Conditions
Entries are considered valid only after registration in EMS and full payment of the entry fee. Entry fees are non-refundable if an athlete or team does not attend the competition. Substitutions are permitted without penalty if the replacement athlete has already been entered as an Official Reserve, Individual, or Wild Card and is approved according to the competition rules. Any changes must be completed before the official entry list closure deadline.
Stay Near Golden Lake
Magnika Resort
(The Official Hotel)
Room rates include breakfast, dinner in the restaurant is possible, a 24/7 well-equipped gym facility, private parking, outdoor swimming pool and high-speed WI-FI. Please note that these rates are reserved for the period of July 20-28.
Double & Family Rooms Available
★ 5
Travel Information – Airports to Golden Lake
Tbilisi Airport → Golden Lake
Driving distance: 325 km
Driving time: 4–4.5 hours
Route: Tbilisi → Poti → Golden Lake
Kutaisi Airport → Golden Lake
Driving distance: 90–100 km
Driving time: 1.5–2 hours
Route: Kutaisi → Poti → Golden Lake
Batumi Airport → Golden Lake
Driving distance: 75 km along the Black Sea coast
Driving time: 1–1.5 hours
Route: Batumi → Poti → Golden Lake
Opening, Closing & Award Ceremonies
Outline the protocol and timing for the official ceremonies.
Opening Ceremony overview and schedule (To be announced)
Award Ceremony format and dress code (To be announced)
Closing Ceremony details (To be announced)
Official Logos & Usage
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All official logos are protected assets.
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Logos may only be used for approved promotional, media, and partnership purposes. Logos must not be altered, distorted, or used in misleading contexts, and their original design, colors, and proportions must be preserved.
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For permissions, please contact: sport@geowwf.ge