Brazilian Surfers Triumph in Nazaré Big Wave Challenge Amid Extreme Weather
Lucas Chianca and Maya Gabeira secure victories as swells reach up to 40 feet, fueled by storms across Europe.
- Brazilian surfers Lucas Chianca and Maya Gabeira dominated at Nazaré’s Big Wave Challenge, with Chianca winning a consecutive title in the men’s competition and the team competition alongside Pedro Scooby, and Gabeira winning the women's competition.
- The competition took place on Portugal's Nazaré coastline, known for its massive waves, which reached between 30 and 40 feet during the event.
- The extreme weather conditions in Europe, particularly Storm Isha, contributed to the large swells, providing thrilling competition for spectators.
- Nazaré is a notorious location for big wave surfers, with an underwater canyon five kilometers deep magnifying the waves. In the past, world records for the biggest wave surfed have been set here.
- The event, despite its dangerous nature, attracted large crowds and is expected to continue doing so as more waves are forecasted due to the ongoing extreme weather.