Euro Tour Stop #2: Highlights from Sancti Petri
SANCTI PETRI, Spain – The second stop of the Euro Tour 2025 delivered an unforgettable weekend of stand-up paddle action at the Sancti Petri SUP Race. Hosted under sunny skies with technical surf and wind conditions, the event took place at the stunning Atenas Playa in La Barrosa, known for its flawless setup and scenic backdrop.
Women's Race Recap
Puerto Rico’s Mari Carmen Rivera once again demonstrated her dominance by securing first place with a commanding start-to-finish lead. Spain’s Duna Gordillo, one of the world’s top-ranked paddlers, delivered a strong performance to claim second place. Making an impressive Euro Tour debut, the UK’s Annabel Page rounded out the podium in third. Canadian newcomer Maddi Leblanc finished fourth, with New Zealand’s Brianna Orams closing the Top 5 with consistent pace throughout the race.
Top 10 Women’s Results:
Mari Carmen Rivera (PUR) – Infinity SUP
Duna Gordillo (ESP) – NSP Racing
Annabel Page (GBR) – NSP Racing
Maddi Leblanc (CAN) – Flying Fish Board Co
Brianna Orams (NZL) – Infinity SUP
Maddie McAsey (NZL) – Starboard SUP
Marina Navarro (ESP) – Sunova SUP
Paula Rodriguez (ESP) – Sunova SUP
Neny Vergillos (ESP) – Starboard SUP
Silvia Candal (ESP) – Starboard SUP
Men’s Race Recap
Japan’s Shuri Araki cemented his reputation as one of the best paddlers in the world. After a slow start, he surged ahead during the downwind leg, using the ocean conditions to full advantage and finishing in first place. Spain’s Fernando Perez delivered his best performance on tour so far, taking second. Dutch paddler Donato Freens led early in the race and held on for third. France’s Arthur Arutkin excelled in the windy conditions to take fourth, while the UK’s Blue Ewer completed the Top 5 with a steady race.
Top 10 Men’s Results:
Shuri Araki (JPN) – QB Paddles
Fernando Perez (ESP) – Starboard SUP
Donato Freens (NED) – Infinity SUP
Arthur Arutkin (FRA) – Infinity SUP
Blue Ewer (GBR) – NSP Racing
Aaron Sanchez (ESP) – Starboard SUP
Antonio Serrera (ESP) – NSP Racing
Tomas Lacerda (POR) – NSP Racing
Simon Ackerman (FRA) – 425PRO
Campbell Carter (USA) – Infinity SUP
Junior Race & Community Involvement
The junior races held in the afternoon were a highlight of the event, with tight competition and plenty of smiles from the youngest athletes on tour.
The Euro Tour extends a heartfelt thank you to Lucia, Marta, the entire crew of volunteers, and the dedicated staff at Atenas Playa. Their enthusiasm, professionalism, and hospitality played a key role in the smooth execution and success of this stop on the tour. Check out the highlights from the weekend in the video below.
For full race results and updates, visit www.eurotoursup.net