
Meanwhile, the World Surf League is heating up with fierce competition as top athletes like Caroline Marks and Tatiana Weston-Webb reignite their rivalry from the 2024 Olympic Games Final. Marks edged out Weston-Webb in the wildcard Round of 16, demonstrating her prowess on the waves. Current World No. 1, Jordy Smith, successfully retained the Yellow Leaders Jersey as he heads into the VIVO Rio Pro Quarterfinals, with World No. 2 Yago Dora hot on his heels after both advanced through the Round of 16.
In a dramatic turn, Miguel Pupo executed a stunning buzzer-beater to defeat four-time Rio Pro champion Filipe Toledo, while Griffin Colapinto dazzled the crowd with aerial maneuvers, advancing alongside competitors like Crosby Colapinto, Italo Ferreira, and Joel Vaughan. The excitement continues to build at renowned venues like Saquarema and Rio, reflecting the sport`s growing popularity and competitive depth.
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