Kite Beach, Cape Town
Explore Kite Beach in Bloubergstrand, Cape Town—the world mecca of Big Air kitesurfing, home to the Cape Doctor wind, Red Bull King of the Air, and top pros.
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Kite Beach (Cape Town)
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History of Red Bull King of the Air (KOTA)
Explore the history and evolution of Red Bull King of the Air, the pinnacle of Big Air kiteboarding that embodies the extreme spirit of the sport.
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Red Bull King of the Air 2023
KOTA 2023 featured young prodigies battling for the historic Triple Crown, culminating in an unprecedented three 9-point tricks in the final.
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How Wind Direction Changes Everything: Safety, Styles, and Famous Spots
Explore how onshore, sideshore, and offshore winds affect kitesurfing safety, big air, and wave riding, featuring world-famous spots like Cape Town and Tarifa.
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Tournaments
Red Bull King of the Air 2018
The 2018 event marked the move to Kite Beach. Late replacement Liam Whaley put on an incredible debut run, while Kevin Langeree fought back from a Round 1 loss to claim his second crown.
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Red Bull King of the Air 2019
Kevin Langeree secured a historic third crown at KOTA 2019. The event also featured an incredible semifinal run by amateur rider Aurélien Pétreau.
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Red Bull King of the Air 2020
The legendary "Day of days" where all heats concluded in a single day. After a tournament full of massive upsets, Jesse Richman claimed his second crown following a triumphant return from severe injuries.
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Red Bull King of the Air 2021
The 2021 KOTA saw massive upsets and a historic victory for Marc Jacobs, who claimed his first crown on his 32nd birthday in brutal Cape Doctor winds.
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Red Bull King of the Air 2022
KOTA 2022 marked a clear generational shift, with an 18-year-old rookie securing a historic victory in his debut appearance.
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Red Bull King of the Air 2024
KOTA 2024 introduced the first-ever Women's Division. Andrea Principi and Lorenzo Casati fought a historic battle decided by just 0.18 points.
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