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Vania Torres Returns to Lima After Last-Wave SUP Surf World Title

Her homecoming spotlights Peru's push to develop young surfers with the Junior ISA set for Punta Rocas.

Overview

  • Torres arrived at Jorge Chávez International Airport on Monday, calling the gold medal a long-held dream and thanking supporters for their backing.
  • She sealed the SUP Surf crown through standout performances at the ISA World SUP & Paddleboard Championship and the Surf City El Salvador ALAS Global Finals.
  • Describing a dramatic finish, she said the victory was clinched on the final wave and she acknowledged guidance from Piccolo Clemente and messages from Sofía Mulanovich.
  • Young Sub-14 ALAS Global Finals champion Brianna Barthelmess returned alongside Torres, and both were greeted by family, fans, and Peru’s surf community.
  • Looking ahead, Torres highlighted December’s Junior ISA at Punta Rocas, recalling her own junior debut in Peru and expressing confidence in the rising generation.