Paolo Marconi is one of the original stand-up paddleboard racers, with over a decade of international competition since 2011. A pioneer in Italian SUP racing, he’s collected top finishes, including a 2019 ICF World Championship and multiple podiums, and has helped grow the sport across Italy.
Date of Birth: 16.01.1991
Hometown: Piombino, Italy
Started Competing: 2011
Discipline: SUP Racing
Awards
- 2019 ICF World Champion (Inflatable Category)
- 2022 ICF World Championships, Gdynia – Silver Medalist (Inflatable Category)
- 2022 Last Paddler Standing Champion
- 2022 Marathon International des Gorges de l’Ardèche – 2nd Place
- 2023 Gla Gla Race – Technical Race Winner
- 2023 Euro Tour – 3rd Overall
- 2023 ICF World Championships, Pattaya – Top 10 Finish
- 2023 TotalSUP Awards – 2nd Place
- Recognized as a pioneer in Italian SUP Racing
- Key figure in promoting the sport across Italy