Daniella Rosas made the final in the Espírito Santo QS 4000
It climbed to the top of the South American regional ranking
Fernando Aguerre was re-elected for the tenth time as president of the ISA
If he completes it, he will have served 36 years in office; it is the last re-election the Argentine can run for; in 2030 there will be a new president at the institution.
Janire González Etxebarri finished third in the QS 6000 Galicia
Hans Odriozola and Carla Morera de la Vall finished fifth, Lucca Mesinas, Arena Rodríguez and Catalina Zariquiey ninth
Nahuel Cardona surfed a couple of good candidates for The Winter Wave
He went down some pipes yesterday, Wednesday the 26th; that's how he told it; "he was big and strong like few times before," he said
Everything indicates that Fiji will start tomorrow with big waves.
“Solid swells of 8 to 10 feet or more throughout the day, with occasional larger sets,” say the forecasters.
Jamie O'Brien will be out of the water for about six months.
He underwent surgery on one eye for a pterygium, or surfer's eye.
There are the Fiji Pro series.
Alan will face Kanoa, Marco will play Seth, Alejo will take on Samuel, Brisa will play Tyler, and Nadia will face the local favorite; Jarvis Earle received a wildcard.
Mike Prada comfortable at Playa Hermosa
The young Venezuelan, based in Bocas el Toro, felt right at home this morning of tubing in Hermosa.
All El Salvador cameras and forecasts on Surfline are now free
Another revolutionary step taken by Surf City in partnership with the camera and forecasting giant; it's the first time in the site's history that this has been done; they announced 10 new cameras for 2026.
Tomás López Moreno in Teahupoo: “That wave is unique, whether I'm young or old.”
“It’s crazy, it’s like going to a World Cup match and you’re literally sitting on the grass, behind the sideline and next to the water boy,” he said about his experience at the training camp.
Kelly: “If I get a wildcard for Pipe, I’d use it for the rest of my life.”
The best in history wants to continue competing in tubular events
Alan finished fifth, climbing six places in the rankings for now.
It is currently in 21st position, within the reclassification zone.
It is important for the world calendar to have these events with such harsh conditions.
In an ideal scenario, the title definition should necessarily include a couple of such events.
Legendary photographer Hank Foto has passed away
“It won’t be the same community without you,” Slater wrote.
I invited a journalist from the USA to the ALAS in Santa Catalina
I told David that the Latin tour has things he's never seen in his entire life covering the CT, right? "What the CT gains in fame and audience, ALAS still has in spirit," I commented.
Merello in a captivating Patagonian adventure
Surfing incredible frozen waves, but mainly, appreciating the process that leads to them
Karín Sierralta: “ALAS’s prestige has been strengthened”
The record number of registrations that keeps breaking event after event, Santa Catalina with 270 surfers from 16 countries, and what's left for the year
Filipe Toledo giving financial advice
He wrote a column in the business magazine InfoMoney: “A race is won wave by wave; a business is built decision by decision,” he says.
Jake Marshall and Sierr Kerr won the US Open and took the top spot in the rankings.
They defeated Kanoa Igarashi and Isla Huppatz respectively in the grand final
ALAS de Santa Catalina has 246 registered participants from 16 countries
Packed event at one of the queen waves of the Panamanian coast
Lucca Mesinas finished fifth in the US Open
It has climbed 31 places in the live ranking, where it is currently 13th.
The ISA reminded federations of the rule that allows teams to change athletes up to 48 hours before the start of the WSG
Facilitating the decision-making process for CTs in the Philippines regarding whether or not to travel to Peru, they sent a statement to the federations highlighting this old rule.
This is how the winners of the Santo Domingo 2026 surfing competition celebrated, and this is what they all had to say.
Nono, Rachel, Jonathan, Juan Pablo, Mariecarmen and Margarita
The fifth and final edition of the DUKE surfing newsletter in Santo Domingo 2026
Everything that happened today in under three minutes - With special guest Chelsea Tuach
Nono, Rachel, Jonathan, Margarita, JP and Mariecarmen won gold in Santo Domingo 2026
Venezuela, Costa Rica, Mexico, Colombia and Puerto Rico at the top of the podium; Pereira and Agüero provisionally qualified for Lima 2027
The DUKE 4 surfing news report for Santo Domingo 2026
Everything that happened today in three minutes
Urbina, Solivares, Saavedra, Copetta, Chcrón and López won the Bocas International
The waves kept pumping at the Bluff
Did the WSL announce changes for CS?
Can the quota be expanded to accommodate additional CT participants?
Ariane, Sol, Leilani and Brisa advanced and made it to the round of 16 in Ballito
Daniella, Janire, Arena and Nadia said goodbye to the event in the round of 32
Lele Usuna: “China continues to surprise me”
The Argentinian found a secret right-hand break that breaks “two or three times a year.” “There’s so much left to explore in the world, how great it is to be a surfer!” he reflected.
Mike Stewart is looking for and rewarding anyone who can get him posters of Arica.
Apparently, the best bodyboarder in history is looking for souvenirs from his waves
Among the men, the Ballito Pro was left without any Spanish speakers.
Sean Gunning, Yago Dominguez, Lucca Mesinas and Conor Donegan couldn't make it past the 64 round
Lineup is now available on the App Store
"For us, getting on the App Store is huge," said CEO Fabián Fernández.
The WSL channel will be available on Roku and Amazon.
The organization partnered with the two streaming giants
Before the clash of dates, Brazil traveled to Punta Rocas with three world champions
With the WSL's announcement of the Philippines stage, it is unknown whether this will remain the case.
ALAS de Panamá already has more than 80 registered participants from 13 countries
Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, the United States, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, and Uruguay are present in Santa Catalina
These are the Tahiti Pro series.
Nadia versus Veselko, Brisa versus Sakura, Alan versus Samuel, Alejo versus Kanoa, and Marco will face Barron.
Slater will be a wildcard for the Tahiti Pro
"I hope the conditions in Tahiti are excellent so that we all have a good challenge," declared the greatest of all time.
Pilu and a very good consolation prize in Indonesia
They went looking for a big left-hander, but it didn't break and they found this; not bad as a second option
Finally, the WSL sent out a statement confirming the CT in the Philippines.
It will be stage 11, after Portugal and before Abu Dhabi and Pipe (if the Saudi Arabian stop takes place); one of the reduced-capacity stages, with 16 women and 24 men
The Philippines is emerging as a strong candidate for the next stage of the CT.
The world awaits the official announcement, but Cloud 9 is strongly rumored to be the surprise stage of the tour; Medina apparently didn't like it, saying that "it's a joke."
The ISA won the battle; WSL surfers at least showed they have influence within the IOC
What they achieved is not enough compared to what they were aiming for; to qualify for LA 2028, they absolutely will have to go to the World Surfing Games and give it their all.
This is how the qualification for Los Angeles 2028 now stands
With the announced changes, here's a step-by-step look at the classification and its possible consequences.
If today's ranking and criteria were used, these would be the teams qualified by the CT for LA 2028
Yago, Medina, Toledo, Robinson, Carissa, Steph, would have to seek qualification in the World Surfing Games or other events
Aymara Ricaldone's Combo: Straight Air Cut
At 14 years old, the promising and current star of Argentine surfing continues to evolve; "It was the best so far; I felt very happy, the truth is I love doing aerials," he said
Yago and Sawyer won in Saquarema
The Brazilian is now second in the ranking, the American third; Teahupoo and Fiji are next.
QS will be held in Costa Rica in August
Authorities confirmed it today at a press conference; Playa Hermosa will once again host an international tournament; the first QS event in the country after eight years.
Usuna wants Los Angeles 2028
“I feel like if I don’t try now, while I’m still surfing, while I still have talent, while I’m here in the ring, I probably won’t come back,” he told Olympics.com.
Nadia beat Caity and made it to the semifinals for the second time this year
She's in the top 10 of the live rankings; one step away from the final, she'll face Tya Zebrowski; Brisa and Marco were eliminated in the round of 16.
Mega swell lineup alert
Punta de Lobos is going to be huge on Sunday. "A day where the surf will be really serious," says local forecaster Max Petit.
John John: “The last month has been incredible. Thank you, Panama.”
“I’m impressed by the surfing community and the passion with which they live surfing,” added the three-time world champion.
A tour of the Surf City El Salvador Pro with Angelina and Kellyani
A detailed look at one of the favorite (or the favorite) facilities of surfers on the entire world tour
Julian Schweizer qualified for the 2026 Longboard CT
He returns to the tour after eight years; "I'm happy and motivated, especially to face this challenge a little more mature," he said.
Slater partnered with a bottle brand
Purist is the new sponsor of the greatest of all time; they claim to differentiate themselves because they are coated with an ultra-thin layer of silicon dioxide, which prevents changes in flavor.
That's how it was in Chile, with Clemente Rodríguez who once again fell off the waves at 16 years old.
“A glass of glass that lasted almost all day, which made the waves throw clean barrels from morning until sunset, truly a magical day here at home,” he said.
DUKE News Report #8 on Day 5 of the Surf City El Salvador Pro
They pumped the perfect waves at Punta Roca and the quarter-finals were set with Alan Cleland among them
Video highlights from day 5 of the Surf City El Salvador Pro
And so passed the day that no one believed would go into the water, and it ended up being perfect.
Photos from day 5 of the Surf City El Salvador Pro
Contrary to what everyone thought, Punta Roca broke solid, glassy, and perfect
From magical El Tunco! DUKE News Report #7 on the historic Day 4 of the Surf City El Salvador Pro
A day that will be forever etched in the history of this tournament
Brisa Hennessy broke the curse and managed to advance to her first CT 2026 series
“Pura vida is my reason for living, and being in Central America the support is incredible, it’s special,” the Costa Rican declared.
Medina surprised everyone by surfing with a JS board in the lead-up to El Salvador.
He's currently testing three brands.
A very good free surfing session today, Sunday, May 31st, with the best in the world at Punta Roca
The Surf City El Salvador Pro venue broke perfectly today, with huge waves and barrels that provided room for everything.
Wave of the day: Bryan Pérez's barrel
He spent about 10 seconds barreled... As the surfer recounted: "A medium-sized wave that nobody even looked at, but the barrel formed and uffff"
Marvin Rodriguez's training sessions for the Surf City El Salvador Pro 2026
Sharpening and a sharp backside
Jordy withdrew due to injury, Matthew came in, the series were changed
Now Bryan faces Eli Hanneman, the winner of the trials against Luke Thompson; Alan advanced to round 2 against Griffin; Alejo faces Kanoa; and Marco remains against Rio.
“Perhaps you should get used to the idea that I might use other tables.”
Medina told Cabianca, the shaper recounted in an interview, “Your boards are incredible, they never let you down. I trust them so much that I’ll be using them in the series.”
Luis Perloiro: Two minutes and 18 seconds on a wave in Angola
"The longest wave of my life," he said, adding, "It's been over a week and I still can't feel my legs."
Bryan Pérez's historical results at the Surf City El Salvador Pro
He started tentatively, then unleashed his surfing skills and won series of world-class consequences.
The activities surrounding the Surf City El Salvador Pro
It's more than a surfing championship with Yoga, Aikkido, Jiu Jitsu, film and lots of music
These are the series of the Surf City El Salvador Pro
Bryan vs. Seth, Alan vs. Ramzi, Marco vs. Rio, Alejo vs. Samuel, Nadia vs. Veselko, and Brisa vs. Alyssa
Lía Díaz is the new North American champion and has made it into the CT
He became the first Costa Rican, male or female, to enter the CT longboarding competition.
Thaiel Sosa: “I dream of one day reaching the CT with the best in the world”
The newest revelation in Argentine surfing, at 15 years old reaching professional finals and eager for more.
With confirmation from the ISA WSG, the longboard world championship has been rescheduled.
It was scheduled for November 13-19 and will now take place between October 16 and 22
Super Salvadoran camp with Gabriel Vargas and Luis Eduardo Escudero
Coaching: Florian, Facundo, Santiago, Brianna, Kailani, Valentina, Micael and Amets
Tube of the Month 2: Tomy López Moreno in Uluwatu (it was last year, but it still counts)
Deep, long, surprising the fans
Camilo on a bomb at home: “You could feel the energy of the sea”
“The session was accompanied by a great atmosphere with all the locals and those who visited us,” said the Iquique venue.
Brisa's method for dealing with difficult times
“There is an unexpected beauty in all of this, in being forced to connect with myself deeply. In accepting disappointment instead of running away from it,” the Costa Rican reflected.
New Zealand CT off for three days
The competition can only resume on Friday, although internally they believe there's a better chance it will start on Saturday; two days are absolutely needed to complete the event.
Tomás López Moreno: “The key to this title was not expecting anything”
The two-time Argentine surfing champion, in an interview: “Lately I try to surf during the heat and let things happen, always with strategy but the goal was to let go”
Alejo advanced to the round of 16, Alan was eliminated, Marco has not yet competed.
The Argentinian achieved the second-best total so far in the round
Thiago in the first autumn swell in Marpla
A few special moments for the newly crowned Pan American runner-up
They gave the green light for the Quiksilver Pro La Paloma
The Argentine champions will be crowned this Wednesday the 13th.
Slater was included in the pool's sales package.
The buyer is believed to have been Global Mutual Properties Limited, a fund managing US$5000 billion; “the sale does not affect WSL’s business or operations”
Nadia won her Round 1 series at Snappers
He beat Spencer with a total of 15,16; now he'll face Marks in a backside duel; Mignot beat Mamiya; Brisa couldn't overcome Vahine
These are the Gold Coast CT series
Nadia faces Alyssa, Brisa faces Vahine, Alan faces Jack, Marco faces Barron and Alejo faces Pittar; Dimity Stoyle and Reef Heazlewood won the local wildcard
Photos from day 3 of the Pan American Surf Championship
This is how the semifinalists were determined in SUP Surf and Bodyboard
The weaknesses of the Pan American teams according to their members (if any)
This is what they had to say
Photos from the last free surfing session before the start of the Pan American Games
The good waves continue in Venao and the best surfers on the continent are in the water.
“My main goal is for them to enjoy surfing, to love surfing.”
Lele Usuna, a coach in China, said in an interview: "They are 100% dedicated to surfing, putting in hours and hours (...) which gives this nation a very great potential."
The lines on Natxo's boards were originally five.
The judges told him his surfing looked bad, so he dropped to three, he said; he's had that design for over 12 years.
Favorite surfers according to a survey of 7500 people
Of the top 10, only two are CT members, most are free surfers, and despite a world tour dominated by them, there are no Brazilians.
Nathan Fletcher: "Broken homes seem to mold the best athletes"
"Because they are escaping from whatever is happening to them on Earth, and they are escaping from their own space and reality," he explained.
43% of the CT de Bells audience was Brazilian
The time change didn't deter the green and yellow-clad fan who followed the tournament the most; Australia came in second with 27%.
New freediving course for surfers launched in Montevideo
"If a wave knocks you over and you feel like you can't breathe and you lose control, stay put," says Maxi Zegers, the person in charge.
Chilean Gerald Álvarez is now an aerials coach at USA Surfing
In an interview, she shares her experience and offers some tips for improving your flying technique.
Slater and Geiselman offer a couple of tips to foilers: “With foiling, look for areas without surfers.”
Faced with a video showing an avoidable situation
These are the judges and officials of the Pan American Surf Games
The panel includes staff from 11 countries: Brazil, Peru, Nicaragua, Mexico, Costa Rica, Colombia, Argentina, Panama, Uruguay, Guatemala, and Venezuela
Ítalo Ferreira is now coached by Leandro Dora
“At the start of the season, I began without a coach and felt vulnerable and even insecure, not only technically, but also emotionally,” said Ítalo
The last ISA World Championship where all the CT pros gave their all: Miyazaki 2019
Even Kelly gave it his all for Team USA… And now the World Cups are back like this
Venezuela is present at the Pan American Games
A strong team will represent Playa Venao with 20 competitors; they are looking to improve on last year's ninth place.
Weekly editorial: Honesty in the world of surfing
A normal life, with problems like everyone else's, disguised as a cool lifestyle reel with palm trees and clear water
Annette González Etxebarri underwent knee surgery
“2026 is proving to be very intense! It’s really testing me,” she reflected on her social media.
Lineup invites you to a meeting with its entire international team.
“There’s something that has driven us at Lineup since day one: building community around the sea,” they say; the event will take place on April 18th in Altos de La Serena.
Medina signed with a Brazilian casual and sportswear brand.
Live! is the new sponsor of the three-time world champion
Tubes and aerials with Malakai Martínez and Tiago Carrique
A session brimming with talent under extremely fun conditions
Thiago Passeri in "Home Sweet Home"
After traveling all over the world, there's nothing better than a good surfing session at home.
This is how the Guatemalan team travels to the Pan American Games in Venao
The hosts of the previous edition have a large squad with 20 of the 22 surfers making a complete team
Portelli, a blast and the story
He found this pump when there was almost no light left, just in the water, before 20 minutes of perfection.
Karín Sierralta: “I am sure we will have a minimum of 15 countries”
The president of PASA on the upcoming Pan American Games, the Lima 2027 qualification and more: “Having the ISA approve our direct qualification for the winner is a great step for our organization.”
World champion Dylan Donegan injured his knee
"It's time to heal and come back stronger than ever. It's hard to swallow, but I can't wait to get back to surfing," he said.
Chile is present at the Pan American Games in Panama with this team
Several heavyweights make up the Chilean squad for the major event that will take place this year in Playa Venao, between April 24 and May 3.
Puerto Rico, the current runner-up, confirmed its team for the Pan American Games
They travel with 22 out of 22 in search of the trophy that eluded them last year.
Sebastián Olarte will be the head of operations at the El Nido swimming pool
The multiple national champion is in charge of the Wavegarden surf menu, among other things; “a dream come true,” he said.
The inside story of Alonso Correa's qualification for the Challengers
The minute-by-minute account of what happened in Floripa, in video
The best tube, allegedly stolen, in a long time
Which is not the same as the best pipe robbery; in France, last week
Dora is the first surfer in the world to be sponsored by On
He is now a teammate of Iga Świątek, Ben Shelton, Flavio Cobolli, Marta García and Mohamed Attaoui, among others
Swiss sportswear giant On is Yago Dora's new sponsor
He is now the brand's "training and lifestyle ambassador in Brazil," the statement said.
Natxo's life story: "I still tear up when I think about this wave"
“When I finally found my line, I thought: What am I doing here? I’ll die here,” the Basque surfer recounts. “My entire career was reflected in this wave,” he added.
After 15 years together, Tyler Wright and Rip Curl did not renew their contract.
The Australian surfer went seven months without surfing and returned to the water a few weeks ago, shortly before the CT began.
Vissla owner makes move to buy Rip Curl
Kathmandu, the parent company, declined, saying it is confident they will overcome their crisis; “In the last 10 or 12 years, the surf industry has been somewhat adrift,” said Naudé, who saw the buying opportunity.
Legendary Lisa Andersen went on a surf trip to Panama
He surfed the waves of Catalina and Morro Negrito with Samanta Alonso and visited the historic center
The threat is real
If there was any doubt, Thiaguito faced the beasts and beat them all; there's no limit for the Argentinian.
Photos of Thiago Passeri's victory in the QS 4000 in Floripa
A look back at the best moments of the historic victory
Thiago Passeri makes history in Brazil; he wins his first career QS title
He defeated Silva in the final and the current South American champion, Dantas, in the semis; these are all the qualifiers for the CS
Medina released a video about how the ISA team qualified for Paris 2024
A slap in the face to all the CTs who complained?
Albee Layer in the terrifying Maui slab
With a couple of groms who carried a giant series on their heads
Another key to Kelly's diet: Water fasting
He said he didn't eat solid food for at least three days, adding, "On day 3 I surfed, played golf, and did some pretty hard exercise that day."
The 2025 season had the highest viewership in WSL history
According to a study by the Nielsen consultancy, the events reached 80 million views annually, representing a 39% increase; it is “elevating the sport to new heights on the world stage,” said CEO Ryan Crosby.
Daniel Monterrosa attacking the critical points in a solid performance at Punta Roca
35 days out of the water and back, this...
Locals in Puerto raise money to conduct a bathymetry study
“To protect Zicatela in the long term, we need science,” says the GoFundMe campaign seeking to raise US$17.000.
Another pickup truck for the winners of the Australian leg
Two GWM Tank 300s are available for the best man and woman after Bells, Margaret, and Snappers.
Nadia Erostarbe: “The dream begins here and now”
“This season has tested me; I’ve had the best and worst moments of my career,” said the Basque surfer, who will wear number 72 on her back.
Ruben Vitoria's best wave of his life
A giant cavern in Ireland, as described by the Basque surfer: “The wave began to grow and suddenly I was inside the biggest and most intense barrel of my life.”
Annette González Etxebarri elected as first replacement for the CT 2026
McGillivray was the men's pick; Defay and Weston Webb received wildcards for 2027; these are all the members of the 2026 CT
Leon Cerezo's home barrel: "I spent the whole week looking for that wave"
"It felt like it happened in slow motion, and then I just walked out clean, not believing it," he said.
Video highlights from the final day of the Surfest Pro League by Sofía Mulanovich
This is how Passeri, Zariquiey, Castañeda and Smicklas achieved victory.
Passeri, Zariquiey, Castañeda and Smicklas won the Surfest Pro League by Sofía Mulanovich
The Argentinian and the Peruvian achieved a double victory, winning in the Open and the Under 18 categories.
Peruvian bodyboarders “Pirpo” Yancce and Hannah Saavedra won at Pipe
Historic double victory for Peru in the queen of the waves; "I feel like I'm dreaming, it's something I really can't believe," said Pirpo
“One of the most brutal things I have seen in Nazaré”
The Andalusian surfer, Alberto Truncer, left his mark (and a bit of skin) on the world's most famous big wave. "He took it to another level," said another filmer.
South American Youth Games will have teams of a maximum of 10 per country
Two shortboards, one SUP race, one SUP surf and one Bodyboard, both genders; the surfing will take place in Venao between April 13 and 16
Reset: The new film by Nacho Gundensen
"The video's title refers to 'starting over.' A quest to rekindle the love for surfing. To reconnect from the deepest level," says the former world champion.
A Firewire by Dan Mann won Kelly's Stab in the Dark
And it gave rise to a good number of conspiracy theories because he is one of the owners of the brand.
Mexican Enzo Ackerman won in Barbados
Cleland, Cabrero and Cassity made the podium; McGonagle and Mesinas secured their spots in the challenger series
Conor Donegan: “Being able to reach land and celebrate with my people was incredible.”
The Quemao Class 2026 champion in an interview: “Big barrels, heavy waves, that’s when I’m happiest and most at ease”
PASA expressed its support for the ISA and its new criteria for LA 2028
“They believe this new model represents a firm step towards greater equity and true universality in sport,” they wrote in a statement.
The new system “helps ensure that all athletes have to compete at the highest level at every stage”
“Avoiding situations that in the past generated controversy or different interpretations,” he wrote
Aguerre: “Elite surfers now have more options than ever to qualify”
"This guarantees the best of the best at that moment, not the best of the best a year ago," the official added.
Disclosed ranking criteria: ISA increased quota to three surfers per country
CT and ISA WSG 2028 will be the events that provide the most qualifications; Asian, European, and Pan American Games will also offer spots; the universality quota remains in place.
Kolohe Andino's apartment in Australia caught fire
“Things got serious. We are grateful and blessed to be back on our feet. Thank you to everyone who has reached out,” he said.
When losing in a round of 96 becomes a great idea
Arch Whiteman spent his savings to compete in the Nias QS, scored a 2,83 total, and then made this video.
International QS 6000 events can award points towards the Challenger ranking
There are already three confirmed events with this format for 2026
Video highlights from the final day of the Latin Girl Arica Women's Surf Carnival 2026
Thus Muñoz Larreta, Escudero, Quiroz, Soto, Medel and Gutierrez were consecrated
Junior World Championships confirmed for El Salvador in September 2026
The longboard event will be in November
Vera Jarisz in an interview about AREV: “It’s a video of female power surfing”
“I felt very relaxed, I felt very fulfilled there; and I think that’s what the video reflects, it’s my journey, and you can see it in my face, my smile,” says the Argentinian who has just released her first film
Ricaldone, Franco, García Mata, Ruggiero, Carbone, Romero and Girolami won the Young Guns
The champions of the first stage of the Argentine youth circuit were crowned; Aymara won three categories; Simón in two.
The ultimate guide to waxing your surfboard, by Kelly Slater
His manual, his way of doing it, after eleven world titles; detailing brands and types of wax; hint: He uses three different types from three different brands
Editorial: The new Olympic qualification criteria are brilliant
If it's officially confirmed... It becomes an eye-catcher at both the ISA and CT levels.
Dane Henry received a wildcard for the Bells' CT
He was caught at home with Mick Fanning holding the lycra.
ISA seeks to reduce to five the number of qualifiers through the CT for LA 2028
Limiting the number of surfers per country who qualify through the league to one, and increasing the number who qualify through the World Surfing Games, was reported by the Brazilian media outlet AOS Mídia.
Confirmed: An international QS 6000 event will be able to contribute to the regional ranking
WSL updated the regulations for the formation of qualifiers for each region
Ronaldo is now a strategic partner of a club with a wave pool
The Reserva Beach Club will open in Alphaville, São Paulo, and promises to be a symbol of elegance; each membership will cost $120.000.
Three days before the start, the Latin Girl competition has 60 registered contestants from seven countries.
Former ALAS champions, world runners-up, and several promising young athletes are present at the event.
The schedule of activities for Latin Girl Arica 2026
In addition to the championship, there will be networking events, an entrepreneurs' fair, sunsets, parties, and more.
“I wouldn’t feel good if I won, nor if I let myself lose. It’s better not to participate.”
Connor O'Leary's stance on CTs participating in CS events; Yago Dora said it's "totally correct"
There are already more than 30 registered participants from six countries for Latin Girl Arica 2026
So far, competitors from Peru, Chile, Argentina, the United States, Puerto Rico, and Ecuador have confirmed their participation in the event.
Capillo Perfeito goes global and adds two stages: Mozambique and Indonesia
They changed the format and have already announced their guests
Photos from Rip Curl Girls Surf Day 2026
La Nativa celebrated this classic event that brought together surfing, friends, food, yoga and more
"There's a guy with a belly this big writing: 'You don't surf big waves'"
Toledo on the criticism: “If that person could go there and see just one wave, they don’t even need to paddle, just watch, I want to see what they’ll comment on the next post,” he added.
Mike Prada installing pipes at home, in El Bluff
"So far this year, Bluff has shown signs that we'll have a good season," the local said.
Franco Radziunas preparing for the 2026 Pipe Challenger
Four good ones, two for Backdoor and two for Pipe
Skinner, Ebueza, Hoover and Taoka made it into the 2026 CT longboard
Melendres was eliminated in the semis and Schweizer in the quarters
Oscar Urbina's accident that almost kept him out of the water forever
What happened to one of the best surfers on the continent? “It hasn’t been easy because, due to my addiction and love for surfing, I couldn’t stand being out of the water; many days of despair,” he said.
The Mad Cow: New film by Puerto Ricans in Puerto Escondido and surrounding areas
Sage Katz and Tai Miller Carballo filmed by Jerry Molina in tubes, perfect walls and more
Series, schedule and live scores of the Rio de la Plata Cup
The event is live on Fun Waves in Montoya
This was the historic ALAS event of 2012 that took place in Montoya
The only Uruguayan returning this week after 14 years; review all the results and all the series from that event
Rodrigo's 10 favorite films to be shot in 2025, according to Rodrigo
Farías Moreno makes his selection of the best waves of last year; lots of Punta de Lobos but also other waves
Zebrowski, at 14, signed with Red Bull
She was surprised by Carissa Moore and Leo Fioravanti as she left a photo shoot in Hawaii.
It's all or nothing in the Philippines qualifier
Representatives from Spain, Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, and Uruguay will compete for the four spots that qualify for the CT of the discipline (and there are more than 110 registered participants)
Max Torres won the SUP event at the Backdoor Shootout
One-two Latino with Sebastián Gómez taking second place
One week before it starts, the Río de la Plata Cup already has more than 70 registered participants from 12 countries.
The list includes several world, Pan American, and Latin American champions.
The continuation of the collaboration between Leandro Dora and Jack Robinson is in doubt.
“For my part, we will continue working. It depends on his decision. There are other factors, people in his life, situations that are still unresolved,” the coach stated.
