Asian Games 2026 Women’s Canoe Single Slalom Final
September 23 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Women’s Canoe Single Slalom Final at the 2026 Asian Games is one of the newest and most dynamic events in the slalom programme at the Yahagigawa Canoe Slalom Course, Aichi.
Event Details
| Event | Asian Games 2026 Women’s Canoe Single Slalom Final |
| Date | September 23, 2026 |
| Venue | Yahagigawa Canoe Slalom Course, Aichi |
| Sport | Canoe/Kayak Slalom |
About This Event
Women’s Canoe Slalom (C1) was added to the Olympic and major multi-sport games programme in recent years, reflecting the growth of women’s participation in open-canoe disciplines. The paddler kneels in an open canoe using a single blade, navigating the whitewater course’s technical demands with power and precision.
Format
Heats with two runs determine the finalists who each complete one final run. Time penalties for missed or touched gates are added to elapsed time. The woman with the lowest total time wins gold. As a relatively new event at the Asian Games, the field is competitive but still developing.
Nations to Watch
Japan has led the development of women’s canoe slalom in Asia. South Korea and China have rapidly developed programmes in this discipline. The event rewards athletic versatility, and nations that have invested in inclusive canoe/kayak infrastructure are best positioned.
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