Ernesto De Amicis

Hailing from the vibrant coastal city of Naples, Italy, Ernesto De Amicis's journey into wingfoiling began with a simple curiosity and a deep love for the water.

“Naples is an amazing city to see from the sea and I always wanted to stay in the water and live the dream.”

Ernesto's passion for water sports ignited with windsurfing at the age of five. Just three years ago, about to start a windsurf session, he spotted a friend preparing to wingfoil. “I curiously went to ask him if I could give it a try. He said yes and on my first attempt, I got up on the foil.” That same day, Francesco Coppolino recognized his raw talent, invited him to his spot that summer, and provided an intensive two-day course. Remarkably, just two months later, Ernesto entered his first race, quickly escalating to win U19 Wingfoil Racing World Champion titles.

What truly sets Ernesto apart is not just his racing prowess, but his remarkable versatility on the water. He excels in pumping and Freestyle, boasting a myriad of tricks. “I am a very determined person who is ready to make sacrifices to stay on track. I really like helping others. I am very cheerful and kind but at the same time I demand a lot from myself.”