Itacaré hosts major professional and youth surfing competitions

Itacaré, Bahia, is hosting two significant surfing events at Praia da Tiririca from October 28 to November 1, 2026. The competitions include the third stage of the Professional Northeastern Surf Circuit and the first stage of the 2026 Bahia Surf Circuit.

The events are expected to draw approximately 200 athletes across various categories, including professional, youth, master, and female divisions. Notable competitors include Luan Ferreira, who is defending his Northeastern ranking leadership, and Hanna Prado, a Brazilian Sub-16 champion. Local representative Fabrício Bulhões is also participating.

The competitions are supported by an investment of R$ 280,000 from the Superintendency of Sports of the State of Bahia (Sudesb). In addition to the surfing events, Sudesb is supporting six other sporting activities across the state this weekend, including tennis, handball, triathlon, and cycling.