MPA Athletes Shine at 2025 ICF Masters Marathon World Championships in Hungary
The 2025 ICF Masters Marathon World Championships took place in the scenic city of Győr, Hungary, drawing top paddlers from around the globe. Among them was a strong team of five MPA athletes and regular participants in our academy program: Brett Greenwood, Daniela Torre, James Pralija, Alex Roberts, and James Harrington.
The team competed across multiple events in both single and double categories. James Harrington proudly represented Australia in the open short course single and also teamed up with Matthew Gates for the open long course double—an impressive showing on the international stage.
Brett Greenwood and Daniela Torre delivered standout performances in their respective single events, each claiming a well-earned gold medal. The duo also shared the podium in the mixed double race—an especially remarkable achievement after a dramatic start. A paddle clash with another boat led to an unexpected swim and a restart from behind the pack, yet they powered through to finish strong.
Brett also secured a silver medal in the men's double event alongside his partner from Western Australia, Kelby Murray.
Alex Roberts placed fourth in the highly competitive 41–44 age category, while James Pralija demonstrated grit and skill in one of the toughest divisions of the championships. Together, Alex and James teamed up in a double event, finishing in the top 10 overall.
James Harrington also held his own against some of the world’s best, putting in a solid and commendable performance throughout the event.
A special congratulations goes to Craig Elliot, who participated in the MPA academy training camp on the Gold Coast earlier this year. Craig went on to claim a gold medal in the mixed double event, partnered with Laura Lee.
Well done to all our paddlers for representing the academy and Australia
