Leo Casati has secured his first GKA Big Air World Title following a decisive final in Mykonos, Greece. The victory marks a historic moment for the Casati family, as his brother Lorenzo Casati finished in second place to ensure the siblings swept the top two spots on the global podium.
The result in Mykonos concluded a two-stop championship season that began earlier this year in France. By taking the win against his brother, Leo Casati succeeds in keeping the championship trophy within the family household, following Lorenzo's own established run at the top of the discipline.
A Family Duel in Mykonos
The event in Greece served as the second and final stop of the 2026 GKA Big Air World Tour. After the season opener at Lords of Tram in Barcarès, the title race remained open, leading to a high-stakes climax on the Aegean island. The final heat saw the two brothers face off directly, a scenario that confirmed the Casati family's current grip on the Big Air discipline.
Leo Casati described the experience of winning the world title as "crazy." The brothers have publicly stated their intention to dominate the Big Air scene for years to come. This one-two finish at the World Cup level provides a concrete foundation for those ambitions.
Leo Casati secured the GKA Big Air World Title, with his brother Lorenzo Casati finishing second, keeping the title within the family.
The Road to the Title
The 2026 season was condensed into two major events, making every heat score critical for the overall rankings. The chase began in March at the Lords of Tram GKA Big Air World Cup, where Jamie Overbeek took the initial event win. However, the performance by the Casati brothers in Greece shifted the momentum of the tour.
The Mykonos event was notable for several reasons beyond the family podium:
- It was the first time the GKA World Tour hosted an event on the island.
- The competition featured a record prize purse for the Big Air discipline.
- The conditions allowed for a full completion of the brackets to crown the champions on the first call.
Looking Ahead
With Leo Casati now holding the world title, the brothers have established a unique rivalry at the pinnacle of the sport. The GKA Kite World Tour news reports indicate that the family views this result as the start of a long-term period of dominance in Big Air.
The focus now shifts to the 2027 season, where Lorenzo Casati will likely seek to reclaim the top spot from his brother. For now, the Casati family returns from Greece with both the gold and silver medals, cementing their status as the most formidable duo in competitive kiteboarding. Peace at the dinner table may depend on how the next season unfolds, but for the GKA circuit, the Casati era is officially underway.
