Kennedy, Tate, Shaw, Stewart, Maisonneuve, Hayes and Parent crowned in Valleyfield

Winners in Every Class Despite Final Heats Being Canceled

Despite an abrupt end due to severe thunderstorms, the racing portion of the 85th edition of the Régates de Valleyfield delivered a weekend full of action and emotion for the 75,000 spectators in attendance. Nearly 70 races were held under the Hydroplane Racing League (HRL), allowing champions to be crowned in each class.

The only official final heat completed before the program was interrupted took place Sunday morning in the Novice class. Zack Parent (N80 – Wild Thing), from Saint-Zotique, delivered an outstanding performance just days before his 14th birthday. Surrounded by his visibly emotional parents, he had just enough time to thank his team before a violent storm hit the site, forcing the cancellation of the remaining final heats.

In accordance with HRL regulations, champions were determined based on the total weekend points.And the performances delivered throughout the qualifying rounds provided fans with an exciting show, even though winners couldn’t be crowned in the prestigious final heats.

An incident occurred Saturday in the Jersey Speed Skiff class, involving the JSS-721 boat driven by Dallas Truelove and Corey Bradley. Bradley was transportedto the hospital with shoulder and back pain. As a precaution, he remains hospitalized to confirm no serious injuries were sustained.The organization and HRL wish him a swift recovery.

Official Winners – HRL Valleyfield 2025

Novices
🥇 N80 – Wild Thing – Zack Parent
🥈 N109 – L’Angle d’attaque – Olivier Maisonneuve
🥉 N13 – Lucky Thirteen – Alice Caron

2.5 Litres
🥇 S35 – TMSpecial – Kyle Hayes
🥈 S57 – How? – Mathis-Gabriel Chiasson
🥉 S50 – Centless 15 – Ayden Sovie

Formula 2500
🥇 F92 – Tenacity – John Shaw
🥈 F500 – Centless 16 – Eddie Kanfoush
🥉 F2 – Novo Racing – Jacob Haineault

Jersey Speed Skiff
🥇 JSS-10 – Yumpin’ Yiminy – Jimmy Stewart & Peggie Ewancio
🥈 JSS-45 – In the Red – Samantha & Jerry Ewancio
🥉 JSS-113 – Another One – Louis-Alexandre Beaudoin & Éveline Côté de L’Isle

Hydro 350
🥇 H300 – Penzoil – Andrew Tate
🥈 H773 – RTX – Martin Rochon
🥉 H195 – Ahhsum Secret – Tyler Kaddatz

Pro Hydro
🥇 V109 – Formax – Dominic Maisonneuve
🥈 V30 – Budget Buster – Andrew Tate
🥉 V77 – Charette Racing – Guillaume Charette

Grand Prix – GP Challenge
🥇 GP35 – TMSpecial – Brandon Kennedy
🥈 GP79 – Bad Influence – Jeff Bernard
🥉 GP757 – Canada Boy – Kent Henderson

A Second Title for Brandon Kennedy – GP Challenge

The GP Challenge, the highlight event of the Grand Prix class, was won for a second consecutive year byBrandon Kennedy aboard the GP-35 TMSpecial. This iconic Valleyfield competition is made possible thanks to the support of valued partners – Jesel – Valvetrain Innovation, Dewald Props, Bert, Rottler, and the Régates de Valleyfield.

A Memorable Edition Despite the Weather

While all drivers dream of winning in Valleyfield during a roaring final heat, the weather had other plans.Nevertheless, spectators enjoyed a high-caliber show all weekend long, filled with intense battles and unforgettable moments on the water.

From rookies like Zack Parent to veterans such as Andrew Tate and Dominic Maisonneuve, not to mention the consistency of Kyle Hayes and Brandon Kennedy, all contributed to making this 85th edition a true highlight of the season.

Next Stop: North Tonawanda

The season continues in less than two weeks as the HRL heads to North Tonawanda, New York, on August 2–3, 2025, for another weekend of spectacular racing.