Billy Stairmand received a wildcard for the New Zealand CT
He is the first of three Kiwis who will compete with the world's surfing elite in May at Raglan
Dane Henry received a wildcard for the Bells' CT
He was caught at home with Mick Fanning holding the lycra.
In an emotional video, Alejo Muñiz announced that he will retire after the 2026 CT tournament.
“I don’t know how this last year is going to end, but I know how I want to live it: Giving 100% as I always have,” he said.
The first to qualify for the CT 2026: Eli Hanneman
By reaching the semifinals at Pipe, he secured his place in the elite; it will be the Hawaiian's second round-the-world race.
John John will continue his break in 2026 and will not compete on the CT.
He will continue traveling the world with his family, “this is our dream right now,” he said; Ramzi received a wildcard for the season
New Zealand CT wildcards will be determined by a local event.
Will Mexican Maya Mateja compete in it? Everything indicates that she will have her chance to fight for a place in the event.
Confirmed: Raglan in, JBay out
It will be the fourth stage of the tour, taking place between May 15 and 25; "This will be the biggest surfing event ever organized in New Zealand," said the director of the national Kiwi federation.
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.
Carissa: “I’m ready to face the challenges, the chaos, and the disorder.”
The Hawaiian reflected on her return: “The simple fact of showing up and giving my best, being able to come back from surfing and see the smile on my daughter’s face, will be a success.”
Carissa Moore will return to the tour in 2026
"I want my career to show my daughter, and hopefully other women, that we can achieve anything," the Hawaiian declared.
Filipe Toledo returned to live in Brazil
After 11 years, he left his home in California and settled in Rio de Janeiro.
Jack Robinson underwent knee surgery
He suffered a meniscus injury two and a half years ago; it is unknown if he will be ready in time for the start of the season.
Saquarema will remain a stop on the CT until at least 2028.
The Maracanã of surfing has signed a new contract with the WSL.
Slater: “Some days I wake up wanting to sell everything I own.”
“Retire, get bored, sell the property, buy a boat and disappear,” said the best in history, reflecting on his new life.
Slater: “For a couple of years I thought Yago might be the best surfer in the world.”
"Now it seems like he's progressed much faster, while Gabriel, Italo, and Filipe have stabilized a bit. So I think Yago has taken advantage of the opportunity," the goat declared.
Yago Dora is the new world champion
He extended the Brazilian storm; he joined Medina, De Souza, Ferreira, and Toledo; it's Brazil's eighth title in 11 years
