Historic Aloha Classic 2025: Record-Breaking Wins, Epic Conditions, and a New Generation Rising
Ho‘okipa Beach, Maui – The 2025 Aloha Classic delivered some of the most spectacular windsurfing ever witnessed on Maui’s North Shore. With classic trade winds and powerful, perfectly lined-up Ho‘okipa waves, the world’s best riders put on a show for the ages — one that will go down as one of the all-time great editions of the sport’s most prestigious event.
Sarah-Quita Offringa and Morgan Noireaux Make History
Both Sarah-Quita Offringa and Morgan Noireaux etched their names into the record books this year, each claiming their fourth Aloha Classic title — equaling the all-time records held by Angela Cochran and Robby Naish.
Sarah-Quita’s powerful yet effortless style through Ho‘okipa’s gorgeous walls earned her another dominant victory in the women’s division. Her combination of smooth carves and critical turns left no doubt — she is one of the greatest windsurfers of all time, no matter the discipline.
In the men’s division, Morgan Noireaux once again showed why he is a master of Ho‘okipa. His wave selection, seamless connection between turns, inverted aerials, catlike agility through radical power moves and vertical hacks on set waves carried him to another well-deserved win and a place among the sport’s legends.
Robby Swift Reaches the Final in Fine Form
Robby Swift joined Morgan in the men’s final for his second final appearance in Maui this year. Their smooth yet radical wave riding — linking multiple turns with controlled aerials and goiters earned them some of the highest heat scores of the entire event in the semi final.
The Next Generation Shines Bright
This year also gave us a thrilling glimpse into the future of the sport. Jaka Stroj, son of NeilPryde’s sail designer Robert Stroj, made an incredible debut by winning the Junior division in his first-ever windsurfing competition. His powerful, fearless approach and natural wave sense impressed both judges and crowds alike.
Meanwhile, Jason Papanikolau, just 14 years old, impressed with radical, well-timed turns and powerful commitment. He finished 4th overall and 2nd in the first final — proof that his talent and determination will make him a name to watch closely in the coming seasons.
Anton Richter narrowly missed advancing in his quarter-final after scoring one of the best waves of the heat but couldn’t quite find the backup he needed. Still, with wins in Chile and Denmark and a 3rd in Gran Canaria, Anton secured 2nd overall in the 2025 Pro Junior rankings — a phenomenal result and surely a sign of an even stronger 2026 ahead.
An Event to Remember
From the epic conditions to the high level of competition and the historic milestones achieved, the 2025 Aloha Classic celebrated everything that makes windsurfing great — power, precision, passion, and progression. The beach was crowded with fans, young and old, and the internet was alive with windsurfing fans sharing their love for the sport.
For NeilPryde riders, it was a proud showcase of talent across generations: legends reaffirming their legacy and young riders stepping into the spotlight. The future of windsurfing has never looked brighter.
Some words from the team!
Sarah-Quita:
"It’s always a pleasure finishing off the year in Maui!
I had a first round exit in Sylt, but I quickly put that in the past and was looking forward to Maui.
I always get a little confidence boost competing there because I feel more comfortable on Starboard tack.
And quite recently I’ve gotten more comfortable in big waves, so I was excited to see what Ho’okipa had in store for us! I didn’t calculate anything in terms of the title race, I rather focus on performing than maths. I basically just told myself I had to stay ahead of Sol, who won her first World Cup in Sylt 2 weeks before. In Maui I saw her getting more and more comfortable with every wave.
We had a great forecast for the contest, so the competition was quite straight forward. Not too much waiting around!
I won my first round event though I felt quite shaky!
We ran the quarterfinals and finals in the same day so I felt like I could get into a rhythm! The quarterfinal was the deciding heat for the world title, where I won and Sol didn’t make it through. As much as I love seeing her rip and push the level, that was a relief! Looking forward to be pushed by her even more next year.
For the final I felt relaxed and happy, even though we didn’t have many sets come through, I sailed my best heat ! with my highest scoring wave being 2 turns and a hit. So it was cool to hear that I won ahead of Angela and Lisa.!
I sailed my 4,7 and 5,0 combat most of the time. This year it was the perfect combo of wind and waves, and all the women were pushing and I’m stoked to be part of that!"
Morgan:
"It feels pretty surreal to win at home again. It's been 8 years since the last time and the level has never been higher. I had some close calls in both the semi and final after starting off pretty poorly but it feels really rewarding that I was able to come back from that and win the event.
It's always special to win in front of my friends and family and it was also amazing to have both Robert Stroj and Werner Gnigler on the beach supporting as well. The sails and boards they design play such a huge role in how I sail.
It was also special to share the final with my teammate Robby Swift and to watch Sarah Quita continue to cement herself as the best of all time. Overall it was an incredible week but now I'm looking forward to enjoying some uncrowded winter conditions on Maui for the next few months!
Anton:
"This year was a very exciting year for me, competing in every 5 Star event in both U21 and Men. My two highlights of the are definitely winning the World Cup in Chile in the U21’s and then my first top ten in the men’s on Sylt. Finishing the season on Maui competing at the Aloha Classic for the first time is also a dream come true. 2. Place at the end in the U21 World rankings - not the result I wanted but still very happy with the Year overall."
Jaka:
"The conditions were solid — fun but challenging at times — I managed to find a good rhythm and stay focused on my sailing. Winning the Junior Aloha Classic alongside the riders I grew up watching made it all the more special."
Robby:
"This year was especially fun for me as I had my whole family there at the beach, we had really great conditions and I was extremely happy to see our young riders doing so well on the water, plus of course insanely happy to make it to the final myself and to see Morgan and Sarah-Quita take out the event titles in the pro division.
I felt like every heat I was able to get a little more confident, all the way to the semi-final where I sailed probably my best wave sailing heat ever.
The Aloha Classic really appeals to everyone who windsurfs on Maui and around the world and I see friends there on the beach who I normally don't see all year, so it was wonderful to see them all again and to perform at my best. Thanks to the organization for pulling this off one more time, and I can't wait till the next one!"
Photos: WWT/PWA/ FishBowl Diaries
