Event Overview
Hosted at the historically significant Kite Beach in Cabarete, Dominican Republic, the 2018 GKA Air Games Cabarete served as the third stop of the Global Kitesports Association (GKA) Kiteboarding World Tour, following events in Leucate (France) and Tarifa (Spain).
Air Games Format
The “Air Games” format was specifically designed to find the most complete twin-tip rider. Competitors were judged on a mixed criteria that integrated big air height, board-offs, kite loops, and highly technical handle-pass freestyle tricks.
Official Results & Highlights
Held under consistent and strong trade wind conditions, the event highlighted the rapid evolution of combining big air with technical freestyle. A major highlight for the host nation was local rider Posito Martinez securing a spot on the podium.
Show Event Results (Spoiler Alert)
Men’s Division
- 1st Place: Carlos Mario (Brazil)
- 2nd Place: Jesse Richman (USA)
- 3rd Place: Posito Martinez (Dominican Republic)
Women’s Division
- 1st Place: Mikaili Sol (Brazil)
- 2nd Place: Hannah Whiteley (United Kingdom)
- 3rd Place: Pippa van Iersel (Netherlands)