WGP#1 WATERJET WORLD SERIES 2026

Superman vs. The Great White Shark : Reiterer and Richardson Set for Bulgaria Grand Prix Showdown

BURGAS, BULGARIA – The Black Sea is bracing for a high-stakes collision as the WGP#1 Waterjet World Series 2026 officially kicks off in Sarafovo, Burgas, from July 8–12. With over 200 elite riders from 32 nations converging on the Bulgarian coast, the stage is set for the most intense season opener of the year.

All eyes are locked on the PRO-SKI GRAND PRIX—the sport's fastest and most grueling division—where a generational clash of titans will headline the event. The former 2024 World Champion and Austrian icon Kevin Reiterer (#90), famously known as “Superman,” returns to the circuit with his trademark tactical mastery. However, he faces a lethal challenger: Australia’s surging star Jayden Richardson (#111), the “Great White Shark,” whose career has been on a rapid upward trajectory following his 2026 Oceania Championship title.

While Reiterer’s veteran experience makes him the man to beat, Richardson has proven he is no longer just a contender. The young Australian shocked the sport at the 2024 Poland Grand Prix by dethroning the "Superman," setting the stage for a bitter rivalry. This week, we find out if Reiterer’s veteran instincts can withstand the raw speed and hunger of the rising generation.

The Rise of the Next Wave and Thailand’s Rising Hope The drama in Sarafovo extends beyond the headline duel. Keep a close watch on Thailand’s rising sensation, Tanawin Molee (#T4). Known as the "Thai Lightning," Molee’s inclusion adds an emotional layer to the race: he is the former protégé of Reiterer himself, having trained under the Austrian legend during his tenure with the legendary Flamingo Jet Ski Team. Now competing as a fierce rival against his former mentor, Molee is ready to showcase his talent and secure his first major international title.

The Final Showdown Will Reiterer cement his legacy with a second World Series title, or will the "Great White Shark" and the "Thai Lightning" signal a changing of the guard in professional waterjet racing?

As the engines roar to life, the world is waiting to see who will be crowned the fastest rider on the water. Stay tuned as the battle for glory begins on the Black Sea.

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