Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series’ 98th and last stop is here in New Zealand!
This series finale is the most significant international sporting event and will be held in Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour for the first time in 14 years.
With over 30,000 spectators witnessing 24 of the world’s most talented divers launch off two platforms: Women’s 21 metres and Men’s 27 metres at speeds of 85km/ph.
As the divers compete for global victory, the event is entirely free to the public, along with the chance to experience a virtual dive from 27m for ‘Red Bull be the Diver’, the Red Bull Gaming Hub, Cobra Puma Golf Experience drifting legend Mad Mike’s car showcase.
Since 2009, this event has been the ultimate test of sporting skill and aerobatic artistry, and the current season has stopped in six countries.
“I was overjoyed to be selected as a wildcard for the Red Bull Cliff Diving Auckland stop. Although I am a citizen, I have never visited New Zealand,” said Braden Rumpit, a 22-year-old who recently became the youngest diver to land an inward quint twist from 27 metres.
“So it’s pretty exciting that my first time will be for such a special occasion. It feels like a full circle moment – visiting my family’s homeland to do what I love most.”
The impressive judging panel comprises diving icons worldwide, including Simon Latimer, a Dunedin-born judge and former New Zealand champion, international springboard and platform diving representative and a three-time Olympic diving judge.
Other international judges include Anke Piper (Germany), Jeff Arbon (Australia), Cyrille Oumedjkane (France) and Olivier Morneau (Canada).
Each dive will be judged on take-off, position in the air, and entry into the water, with creativity, acrobatic prowess, and athletic ability as determining factors.
“I’m stoked to be judging the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series finale on home turf. It will be an epic weekend and an amazing opportunity for Kiwis to get a glimpse of the world-famous event. The talent line-up is incredible, and it’s especially awesome to see a Kiwi in the mix,” said Latimer.
Red Bull Cliff Diving Auckland will be held this weekend.
