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Darshan Antequera's name has become a big name in the last two years. He went from being a talented youngster to exploding into a complete surfer who rides barrels, does modern and powerful maneuvers, a surfer with good fundamentals, a level-headed guy and the desire to stand out.

Her efforts were seen during the pandemic in some videos that attracted attention for achieving what was said in the previous paragraph, and then when the championships returned, at home and abroad; she won the Central American in junior, made the semis in the ALAS of El Salvador, passed several series in the Huntington QS and stood out in local tournaments.

Quiksilver welcomed his surfing and his efforts and decided to sponsor him.
Below he talks about his evolution, his present and his goals.

You've been a name that's been around for a while, but in the last year you've become less popular. What happened?
What has happened is that all the hard work is beginning to pay off, many hours in the water, many hours in the gym, going to sleep at 9:00 PM on a Saturday night when all your friends go hunting (laughs) and one goes to sleep early to be able to have energy the next day.

That's what I feel has happened to me, a lot of effort and dedication, this is just the beginning.

We've seen you riding some really heavy waves and attacking some really heavy sections too. Do you feel like you've reached your limit or is there still more to go? Will we see you on bigger waves?
My limit? I have the mentality that I have no limits. It's up to me, how hard I work, how far I go in my surfing.

I love big waves, it's a totally different style of surfing but it's something I'm passionate about. At some point I want to surf Nazaré, Jaws, Mavericks, etc.

 

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Speaking of which, do you want to go somewhere in particular where you can find that power that you seem to like so much?
Yes, of course! I plan to go to Hawaii this season, also to the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, which is getting pretty busy, and hopefully I can also go to Puerto Escondido, Mexico.

You've spent a lot of time in the Caribbean surfing, what can you say about the contrast between one side of Costa Rica and the other?
The Pacific and Caribbean in Costa Rica are totally different, in terms of climate, culture and especially waves. The waves in the Caribbean are stronger, heavier, faster, dangerous and tubular. While in the Pacific they are better for high performance, a little softer with better shape and better for ripping.

What is the secret to surfing with so much power?
I'm 1.85m tall and weigh 85kg (laughs).

"To start completing modern maneuvers the secret is to try them a million times until you complete them, it sounds simple, but the key is to not give up. Having powerful and innovative surfing is the most important thing, I think."

And to achieve modern maneuvers?
To start completing modern maneuvers the secret is to try them a million times until you complete them, it sounds simple, but the key is to not give up. Having powerful and innovative surfing is the most important thing, I think.

You recently signed a new sponsor, Quiksilver. What did it mean for your career to add this traditional brand to your life?
Starting this new stage with Quiksilver is a great motivation, knowing that I have such a big brand supporting me and that I have to meet certain standards to continue with them. This motivates me to continue working hard towards my dreams, with tunnel vision.

Which Quik athlete do you identify with and enjoy watching?
I would say that my Quik athlete that I identify with the most is Zeke Lau, because of his surfing style. But the one I like to watch surf the most is Kanoa.

How are you going to end 2021 and start 2022?
I'm going to finish 2021 working hard, since it's high season. Without neglecting training and surfing. And if there's a good swell in the Caribbean, I'm going to do some snorkeling (laughs).

What plans do you have for 2022?
I'm going to keep training, surfing, improving and working hard. I'm going to race the entire North American QS circuit. I'm also going to do some ALAS close to home, and small national tournaments to get started. I'm also planning to go to Hawaii and if I can, Mexico too!