Kaylen Bassett admits he felt "out of place" on the banks at Penrith's Whitewater Stadium after an electric run in the men's C1 final saw him land a spot on the podium.

Australia had yet to win a medal at the ICF Slalom World Championships until Bassett took to the course on Thursday, with his performance leaving all watching on in awe.

The windy conditions proved a disruptive force for many of his other rivals, but Bassett made the most of his home course advantage to deliver a near-perfect run. Advertisement

It was a finish which many watching on - and Bassett - did not see coming, given the 28-year-old entered the race ranked eighth overall following the semi finals.

The 28-year-old is seen in action on the rapids in Penrith. Getty

Bassett was the fifth paddler to set a tim

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