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Time of India
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Mamallapuram to Host 2025 Asian Surfing Championships: A Platform for Local and International Talent
Mamallapuram is gearing up to host the 2025 Asian Surfing Championships from Aug 3 to Aug 12 where surfers from 20 Asian countries will compete Salt in the air, boards on the shore and a rising tide of excitement; Mamallapuram is gearing up to host the 2025 Asian Surfing Championships from Aug 3 to Aug 12 where surfers from 20 Asian countries will compete not just for medals, but for a spot at the 2026 Asian Games. Organised by the Asian Surfing Federation (ASF) and supported by the Tamil Nadu govt and the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT), the championships will be held at Mamallapuram's right-hand point break, often referred to as 'Mini Snapper Rocks' by the surf community. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai The 10-day championship will feature four shortboard divisions: Open Men, Open Women, Under-18 Boys, and Under-18 Girls. Surfers will compete for gold, silver, bronze, and copper medals. The winners of the Open Men and Open Women divisions will earn direct entry into the SurfCity El Salvador ALAS Global Finals, to be held in Nov. Among the participants is 13-year-old Wan-Yu Chen, a champion shortboard surfer from China. 'Surfing events like this are always a great mix of challenge and community, and Mamallapuram's unique waves make it even more exciting,' she says. Chen says she has been focusing on improving her paddle strength and overall endurance. 'I feel ready and excited to give it my best.' While global talents such as Chen prepare to make their mark, the championship is also offering local surfers a platform. 'Our training has been intense, but we still enjoy the process. Since I have surfed in Mamallapuram and also trained with my team here, I'll have a competitive advantage over surfers from other countries,' says Srikanth D, a surfer from Tamil Nadu. Organisers are rolling out outreach programmes for coastal and fishing communities such as free surf clinics for children from nearby villages. 'There will also be water safety and rescue workshops to equip local youth with basic lifesaving skills. With career awareness sessions we hope to introduce opportunities in surf coaching, event management and eco-tourism,' says Arun Vasu, president of SFI. 'To generate wider community interest, the event will feature surf exhibitions, movie screenings and demo days. Local surf schools and NGOs will help identify promising young surfers, who may be offered training support and scholarships. We have amazing talent in the state and our goal is to help them achieve their potential,' says Vasu. Email your feedback with name and address to
The Hindu
18-07-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Mahabalipuram to host Asian Surfing Championships 2025
The 2025 edition of the Asian Surfing Championships will be hosted by Mahabalipuram between August 3 and 12. Surfers from 20 countries will be taking part across various Shortboard divisions: Open Men, Open Women, Under-18 Boys, and Under-18 Girls. Beyond the gold, silver, bronze, and copper medals, the surfers will be vying for qualification spots for the 2026 Asian Games, making this a landmark event on the Asian surfing calendar. The men's and women's champions will receive direct berths to the SurfCity El Salvador ALAS Global Finals, scheduled for November 17–23 later this year. India squad for Asian Surfing Championships 2025 Srikanth D (Tamil Nadu) Kishore Kumar (Tamil Nadu) Ramesh Budihal (Kerala) Kamali Moorthy (Tamil Nadu) Sugar Shanti Banarse (Goa) Shrishti Selvam (Tamil Nadu) Tayin Arun (Tamil Nadu) Harish P (Tamil Nadu) Prahlad Sriram (Tamil Nadu) Aadya Singh (Karnataka) Dhamayanthi Sriram (Tamil Nadu) Saanvi Hegde (Karnataka) Asian Surfing Championships 2025 format Round 1 (Seeding Round) All surfers begin here. Top 2 surfers in each heat → Advance directly to Round 3. Bottom 2 surfers → Move to Repechage Round 2. Repechage Round 2 A second chance for surfers who did not advance directly. Top 2 surfers → Move to Round 3. Bottom 2 surfers → Eliminated. Round 3 (Main Round) Qualified surfers from Round 1 and Repechage Round 2. Top 2 surfers → Advance to Quarterfinals. Bottom 2 surfers → Move to Repechage Round 4. Repechage Round 4 Final chance for surfers from Round 3 who did not advance Top 2 surfers → Advance to Quarterfinals Bottom 2 surfers → Eliminated Quarterfinals Surfers from Round 3 and Repechage Round 4 Top 2 surfers → Advance to Semifinals Bottom 2 surfers → Eliminated Semifinals 2 heats of 4 surfers each Top 2 surfers → Advance to Finals Finals 4 surfers Heat duration: 30 minutes Top 3 scoring surfers awarded 1st, 2nd, 3rd place (and 4th) Participating countries Afghanistan Bangladesh China India Indonesia Japan Korea Kuwait Lebanon Malaysia Maldives Myanmar Philippines Saudi Arabia Singapore Sri Lanka Chinese Taipei Thailand UAE Uzbekistan 'Tamil Nadu has always believed in empowering youth through sports and fostering a spirit of excellence and inclusivity. Hosting the ASF Asian Surfing Championships 2025 in Tamil Nadu highlights our commitment to nurturing new sports like surfing, creating world-class opportunities for our athletes, and strengthening Tamil Nadu's position as India's sports and adventure tourism hub,' Udhayanidhi Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and Minister for Youth Welfare & Sports Development, said. Arun Vasu, President, Surfing Federation of India, added, 'Hosting the Asian Surfing Championships in Mahabalipuram marks a historic moment for Indian surfing. With Tamil Nadu at the forefront, we are not only showcasing our incredible athletes but also building a stronger global community through partnerships like the ASF–PASA initiative. This event will inspire countless young surfers to dream bigger and ride higher.' Related Topics Asian Surfing Championships
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Business Standard
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
Top surfers to participate in Asian Surfing Championships at Chennai
Top surfers from the 20 countries in the continent will converge at Mahabalipuram for the Asian Surfing Championships 2025 to be held here from August 3 to 12. The tournament, under the aegis of Asian Surfing Federation (ASF), will see competition in shortboard divisions: Open Men, Open Women, U18 Boys, and U18 Girls. The surfers will also vie for qualification spots for the 2026 Asian Games to be staged in Japan during this event. Udhayanidhi Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and Minister for Youth Welfare & Sports Development, said: "Hosting the ASF Asian Surfing Championships 2025 in Tamil Nadu highlights our commitment to nurturing new sports like surfing, creating world-class opportunities for our athletes, and strengthening." The men's and women's champions of this tournament will also receive direct berths to the SurfCity El Salvador ALAS Global Finals, scheduled for November 1723, 2025. Shu Miyabe, General Secretary, Asian Surfing Federation, said: "By combining high-level competition with meaningful global partnerships, we are accelerating the growth of surfing throughout the continent. The opportunity for our champions to compete in El Salvador later this year is a testament to the strength and unity of our surfing family.
