Bruno Jacob wins second Jet Waves world title

Brazilian pilot Bruno Jacob has secured his second Jet Waves world championship title following a competition in Virginia, United States, held from October 14 to 18, 2026. Despite facing adverse weather conditions and equipment adjustments, Jacob's victory marks his second world title, occurring ten years after his first. He currently holds thirty Brazilian titles and recently won a South American Championship stage in Guarujá, Brazil.

In related news for the sport, the fourth stage of the South American Jet Waves Championship is scheduled to take place at Praia do Santinho in Florianópolis, Brazil, on October 31 and November 1, 2026. The event will feature professional and emerging pilots from across Latin America competing in high-performance jet ski freeride maneuvers, including jumps and aerial stunts.