World Surf League expands REMA 2026 with culture and secures Hopkins' championship spot

The World Surf League (WSL) REMA 2026 event in Saquarema, Brazil, is expanding its scope to include cultural activities alongside professional surfing. The festival at Itaúna Beach features a diverse program including the ‘Cine REMA by Flamboiar’, which showcases films focused on ocean preservation, the blue economy, and local surf culture. The event also includes a series of musical performances scheduled for the weekend.

In professional competition news, Portuguese surfer Yolanda Hopkins has secured her place in the final stages of the World Surf League Championship. Following the event in Trestles, USA, Hopkins has qualified for upcoming stages in Peniche, Portugal, and Siargao, Philippines. This positioning places her in a strong position to potentially qualify for the main 2027 circuit.