Surfing Olympics
2024 - 8 - 1Surf’s Up: Olympic Drama and Viral Waves in Tahiti!
Gabriel Medina - Olympic Surfing - Paris 2024 Olympics - Surf Forecasting - Surfing Postponement - Teahupo'oSurfing at the Paris 2024 Olympics has hit a few bumps – and we mean literal waves! Discover the wild ride of Gabriel Medina, the surfing icon making history, and how weather postponed the prestigious event!
The countdown to the Paris 2024 Olympics is filled with anticipation, and none more so than in the world of surfing, where excitement meets nature’s unpredictability. A thrilling moment was captured by AFP photographer Jerome Brouillet, showcasing Brazilian surfing sensation Gabriel Medina riding a colossal wave. His performance has not only made waves but also garnered massive attention on social media, with Medina captivating fans and even sweeping up 1.3 million new Instagram followers overnight! With stunning visuals flooding our feeds, the thrill of Olympic surfing has made us all wannabe surfers, even if we still can’t balance on a board in the kiddie pool.
However, not all is smooth sailing in Tahiti. Despite the idyllic location and natural beauty surrounding Teahupo'o, the Olympic surfing events faced serious setbacks due to unfavorable wind conditions. The waves that draw professionals from around the world can be a double-edged sword, and the unpredictable nature of the ocean has resulted in the postponement of key competitions. Image this: surfers preparing their gear only to find themselves grounded by weather that even the best meteorologists struggled to predict! It’s a bit like planning your day around a picnic only to be met by rain and a kite-flying contest instead.
As the event still has its charms, Vahine Fierro, a talented French surfer whose image brandishing the Olympic flame splashed across news outlets, embodies the spirit of competitive surfing in this prestigious atmosphere. Her ascent reflects the compelling relationship between tradition and modernity — a wooden judging tower once stood on this surf break for two decades, but now aspirations soar to build something grander. Even with the postponements, the atmosphere is electric, with spectators eager for the athletes to display their talents, and local businesses prepping for a windfall from the floods of tourists expected to roll in.
The potential for captivating moments continues to brew, with sizzling contests looming around the corner. Caroline Marks has already made a dazzling debut in this year’s Olympic Games, securing her spot as a contender for gold. Even with the hiccup in scheduling, the excitement surrounding the Olympic surfing events in Tahiti holds a special allure, reminiscent of the thrill of a surprise plot twist in a beloved movie.
As the events unfold, we’re sure to see some time-honoured rivalries play out among iconic surfers in beachy Tahiti. Fun fact: did you know Gabriel Medina is renowned for his innovative aerial maneuvers, often defying gravity as he executes stunts that leave both competitors and spectators agape? And as for the venue, Teahupo’o is famous for its heavy waves, ranking as one of the world’s most challenging surf breaks. When it comes to Olympic surfing, this is truly where legends will ride the waves, weather permitting!
A photographer captured the perfect shot of an Olympic surfer's ... (NPR)
AFP photographer Jerome Brouillet captured the Brazilian world champion Gabriel Medina surfing through a huge wave in a ride that would net an ...
Time forces postponement of Olympic surfing at Teahupo'o (Insidethegames.biz)
The surfing events scheduled for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games have been postponed due to unfavourable wind conditions affecting wave formation.
The view from Paris: Troubled waters for surfers in Tahiti (The Washington Post)
A daily visual guide through the lens of an Olympics newbie sent to Paris by The Washington Post. Today, dreaming about Tahiti.
A Bit Different Than In Paris: Olympic Surfing Fashion In Tahiti (Forbes)
Below, the Olympic flame in the hands of French surfer Vahine Fierro on Tahiti in June. TOPSHOT-FRANCE-OVERSEAS-FRENCH POLYNESIA-OLY ...
Olympic surfing: The story behind Gabriel Medina's viral photo (The indy100)
The Paris Olympics are only just getting underway, but one of the iconic images of the tournament is already here – and it involves a surfboard, a wave, ...
Olympic surfing kicks off in Tahiti: Why has Teahupo'o been a ... (Euronews)
A wooden judging tower has stood on this surf break for two decades but organisers had plans to build something bigger.
Is Surfing Cancelled at Paris Olympics? New Details Emerge as Red ... (EssentiallySports)
“No competition on Tuesday July 30 in Tahiti due to poor weather conditions: 4m+ wave and very strong onshore wind.” As stated by the French Surfing Federation, ...
Paris Olympics 2024: Brazil's Gabriel Medina defies gravity during ... (Livemint)
Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina gave one of the most powerful performances by delivering the highest score of the Olympic surfing event so far.
Olympic surfing, Caroline Mark's quest for gold continues ... (Florida Today)
It'll be 96 hours since Caroline Marks made her debut in this year's Olympic Games off the coast of Teahupo'o, Tahiti, putting together the best two-wave ...
Right place, right time: The story behind the viral surfing photo from ... (Boston Herald)
Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina had just made Olympic surfing history, receiving a score of 9.9 out of a possible 10 points during the third round of ...
Gabriel Medina Has Already Gained 1.3M Instagram Followers From ... (Stab Mag)
Medina is currently the star of the 2024 Olympics thanks to an instantly-iconic photo by Jerome Broulliet. How far will it take him?
How to watch Team USA Surfing at the 2024 Olympics live on Peacock (New York Post)
The Olympic surfing competition still has three Team USA surfers in the women's event. Tune in live on July 31 and August 1 to watch the last two days.
Exclusive: How Gabriel Medina hopes to add to his legacy at Paris ... (Olympic Channel)
Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina has a long list of achievements and Olympic gold is next on his hit list. Read his exclusive interview with Olympics.com ...
Teahupo'o has surfing world 'stoked,' No. 1-caliber day steals the ... (NBC Olympics)
Teahupo'o,Tahiti produced huge waves, wipeouts, iconic photos, best day in surfing history at 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Paris Olympics surfing heats postponed for second day in Tahiti due ... (The Associated Press)
Nearby, Olympic athletes watched the waves from ashore, their arms crossed as they assessed conditions. Then came the official call: The competition was ...
Paris Olympics surfing heats postponed for second day in Tahiti due ... (KTRE)
Heats of the Paris ...
Olympics-Surfing-There are tough jobs in Tahiti – surf forecasting is ... (KFGO News)
By Lincoln Feast TEAHUPO'O, Tahiti (Reuters) - Kevin Wallis might have just about the toughest job at the Olympic surfing venue of Teahupo'o in Tahiti this ...
Surfing-There are tough jobs in Tahiti - surf forecasting is one (Reuters)
Kevin Wallis might have just about the toughest job at the Olympic surfing venue of Teahupo'o in Tahiti this week.
Paris 2024 surfing: What's next for Olympic surfing at Teahupo'o? A ... (Olympics)
The Olympic surfing competition at Teahupo'o has been on hold following the massive waves on 29 July that made surfing history.
Surfing-Competition in Tahiti likely to resume on Thursday after ... (Reuters)
Competition was cancelled at the Olympic surfing venue of Teahupo'o in Tahiti on Wednesday, with conditions still super challenging after a storm swept ...
Olympics 2024: There are tough jobs in Tahiti. Surf forecasting is one (RNZ)
As director of forecasting at Surfline.com, which partners with the Olympic surfing organisers, the American has to tell them what conditions will be like, days ...
Surfing at the Paris Olympics 2024: 5 Key Facts You Need to Know (Jagran Josh)
Check out 5 facts that you should know about surfing in the Olympics, including its debut at Tokyo 2020, the qualification process, the competition ...
Lay day fun for surfers in Tahiti waiting for Paris 2024 surfing to ... (Olympics)
Find out what the Paris 2024 Olympic surfers are doing while they wait for the competition to go ahead.
Tahiti's youth surf culture gets a boost as island hosts the Paris ... (CTV News)
As the heavy, barrel-shaped waves of Teahupo'o, Tahiti — where the Paris Olympics surfing competition is being held — crashed in the distance, another, ...
Judge removed from Olympics surfing panel after photo with athlete ... (The Associated Press)
A surfing judge has been removed from the Paris Olympics judging panel after a photo circulated online of him embracing a competitor along the shore's edge ...
Olympic Surfing final 2024: Latest updates, news, what you need to ... (NBC Olympics)
The men's and women's semifinals and medal finals are now scheduled for a potential start on Saturday, August 3, at 1:00 p.m. ET. Here's everything we know ...
Australian surfing judge sent home from Paris Olympics over photo ... (ABC News)
Surfing judge Ben Lowe is relieved of his duties at the Paris Olympics surfing after taking a photo with Australian surfer Ethan Ewing,
Melbourne's Caroline Marks moves to quarterfinals in Olympic ... (WESH Orlando)
Florida's Caroline Marks won her women's surfing round 1 heat on Saturday, earning the top wave score of the competition with a 9.43.
Aussie Olympics judge sent home over photo (NEWS.com.au)
An Australian surfing judge has been sent home from the Olympics over a photo posted to Instagram.
Paris 2024 surfing: All results, as Tatiana Weston-Webb, Brisa ... (Olympics)
Tatiana Weston-Webb and Brisa Hennessy are making waves in the competition, along with defending Olympic gold medallist Carissa Moore.
Why are there Olympic surfers in Tahiti? Olympians show off epic ... (New Zealand Herald)
Kiwi surfer Saffi Vette has revealed what it's like staying on a cruise ship in Tahiti during the Paris 2024 Olympics and travelling between the ship and ...
Olympic Surfing Results (WTOP)
Alonso Correa, Peru, def. Reo Inaba, Japan, 10.5-10.16. Caroline Marks, United States, def. Yang Siqi, China, 6.93-1.63. Tyler Wright, Australia, def.
Hawaii's Carissa Moore eliminated in Olympic surfing quarterfinals ... (Hawaii News Now)
Hawaii's Carissa ...
Team USA's Caroline Marks advances to surfing semis, reigning ... (NBC 10 Philadelphia)
Team USA's Caroline Marks advanced to the women's surfing semifinals in the 2024 Olympics, while reigning champ Carissa Moore was eliminated.
Australian surfing judge removed from Olympics over photo with ... (The Guardian)
An Australian surf judge has been dismissed from the Paris Olympics after a photo emerged of the official together with Australian surfer Ethan Ewing and ...
Surfing-Emotions run high in Tahiti as reigning champion Moore ... (Reuters)
Emotions ran high at the surfing venue in Tahiti on Thursday, with reigning Olympic champion Carissa Moore and local favourite Vahine Fierro knocked out, ...
Explore the last week
- 2024 - 12 - 21, 8 topics across 59 articles.
- 2024 - 12 - 20, 14 topics across 164 articles.
- 2024 - 12 - 19, 15 topics across 253 articles.
- 2024 - 12 - 18, 14 topics across 131 articles.
- 2024 - 12 - 17, 12 topics across 161 articles.
- 2024 - 12 - 16, 14 topics across 239 articles.
- 2024 - 12 - 15, 21 topics across 228 articles.