Iquique surfer Isidora Bultó has been confirmed by the Chilean Surf Federation as one of the young athletes who will represent the country at the Juegos Suramericanos de la Juventud Panamá 2026, one of the most important youth sporting events in the continent. The surfing competition will take place at Playa Venao from April 13 to April 16, while the Chilean team will begin its official activities on April 10. For Isidora, this call-up comes at a key moment in her sporting de

The international bodyboarding circuit is once again turning its attention to Chile. The Antofagasta Bodyboard Festival (ABF) has confirmed its return to the calendar of the IBC World Tour with its 14th edition, set to take place from April 29 to May 10, 2026, in the city of Antofagasta. Organized by the local club Club Budeo, the event has become one of the most important stops on the tour, bringing together some of the best riders in the world each year. One of the biggest

The artificial wave experience in Waco, Texas. Photo: Rob Henson Surf Shots The adventure of our Queen Of The Wave, Rachel Agüero, surfing the artificial waves of Texas was marked by extreme cold, early morning sessions and, above all, a lot of fun. Training on a wave that repeats itself over and over again can feel like a luxury for any surfer. In Waco Surf, Texas, there is a wave pool where each section breaks almost exactly the same, allowing surfers to work on specific ma

Stephanie Gilmore enters the Barbie universe as a symbol of inspiration for new generations. Photo : Mattel Surf’s influence sometimes reaches further than we imagine. This time, even into the Barbie universe. Legendary Australian surfer Stephanie Gilmore has been recognized as one of the figures in the first Barbie Dream Team, an initiative created by the brand Barbie to highlight women who have made a difference in their industries in celebration of International Women’s D

Reaching the Championship Tour of the World Surf League (WSL) is the main goal for any professional surfer. However, the path to the world’s elite is neither immediate nor simple; it requires competing over several seasons within a structured, multi-level system. For most surfers, the first step is competing on the Qualifying Series (QS). This circuit includes events in different regions around the world and awards points depending on the event category (QS 1,000, 2,000, 3,00

Surfers Isidora and Matilda Bultó from Iquique competed this weekend at the QS Señoritas Open Pro 2026, held at Señoritas in Punta Hermosa, Peru. The event was part of the Qualifying Series circuit of the World Surf League, featuring QS 2,000 and Pro Junior 1,000 categories. Isidora Bultó delivered a solid performance in the Women’s division, advancing to the semifinals and earning important points at the start of the season. Her result allows her to begin the year with stron

Professional surfing already has its structure defined for 2026, and although the season is still unfolding, the competitive landscape of the world tour is beginning to clearly outline the kind of year the planet’s top surfers will face. The configuration of the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour once again embraces a diverse calendar, blending technical waves, power surfing, and high-risk arenas. From long, strategic point breaks to explosive reef breaks, the season w

An emotional day unfolded at the Tierra de Campeones Stadium, where four outstanding local athletes were honored for their contribution to national surf and bodyboard. Among those recognized were our Queen of the Wave, Isidora and Matilda Bultó, alongside Viviana Araya, as well as surfer Emiliana Rojas, who was also part of this well-deserved tribute. Four names that strongly represent the present and future of board sports in Iquique. The recognition was presented by Cesare