The winner of the Rio Pro, stage 6 of the CT which will take place in Saquarema between June 19 and 27, will be the biggest winner so far this year, the WSL reported last Friday.

In addition to the $80.000 cash prize awarded by the WSL, which is the regular prize for the winner of each stage, a Chinese GWM Tank 300 truck valued at approximately $67.000 will be added.

The $147.000 prize will be the highest awarded so far this year. The Aussie Treble, which was awarded by the same truck, was given to the winner of a three-stage race.

“Brazil plays a fundamental role in world surfing, and the VIVO Rio Pro is one of the most iconic events on our calendar. Having a historic prize associated with an innovative brand like GWM demonstrates the sport’s commercial strength, boosts athlete performance, and reinforces the importance of the Brazilian market for the global WSL,” said Ivan Martinho, President of WSL Latin America.

Meanwhile, the car brand stated: “Partnering with WSL Brazil strengthens GWM’s connection to the world of surfing and consolidates our presence alongside leading figures in the sport, such as Lucas Chumbo, ambassador for the GWM Tank 300 and WSL Big Wave World Champion. Surfing embodies attributes that are part of our brand's essence, such as adventure, high performance, and precision, in addition to expanding our connection with an audience that values ​​innovation, technology, and sustainability. This alliance reinforces GWM's positioning in Brazil, in a territory fully aligned with the brand's values ​​and its growth strategy in the country,” highlighted Lucas Coelho, Marketing Director of GWM Brazil.