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Biarritz, the mecca of European surfing, has recently been the setting for a real shower of medals for the talents of Martinique and Guadeloupe. Between dazzling performances and captivating waves, surfers from Martinique and Guadeloupe dominated the competitions, bringing home a treasure trove of medals and lasting memories.

The scene of Biarritz has just witnessed a true demonstration of talent and passion coming from the surfers of the Martinique and the Guadeloupe. This unmissable event crowned the efforts of several young talents from these islands, thus highlighting the richness and vigor of Caribbean surf culture.
Young Martinican Talents in the Spotlight
After three superb performances, two young surfers from the island caused a sensation in the legendary waves of Biarritz. Their exceptional mastery and determination were rewarded with an avalanche of medals, demonstrating the growing strength of Martinican surfing.
During the recent competition on October 31, surfers from the Martinique won two new medals, thus highlighting constant progression and enormous potential for the future of surfing on the island. Martinique’s participation in the Caribbean Games was also marked by a shower of medals, confirming Martinique as a fertile land for surfing champions.
The Supremacy of Guadeloupe
There Guadeloupe does not remain outdone and proves, as always, that it is among the best. During the 10th Pan American Games, the team gwada won two gold medals and was present in all the finals, thus beating Venezuela and marking its territory.
During the first stage of the Guadeloupe Hope Cup, the young surfers from Ajoe also shone with no fewer than nine medals, demonstrating once again the vitality of Guadeloupean surfing. These impressive results during Banque Populaire Surf Tour Hopes highlight the constellation of young talents ready to conquer more waves and podiums.
A Legendary Competition in Biarritz
Biarritz, the cradle of European surfing, has once again made history with memorable events. A legendary city on the Basque coast, it welcomed the best surfers from Martinique and Guadeloupe in a dream setting, with sublime waves and a perfect climate for competition.
The three generations of competitors, sharing the same passion and love for this sport, have added a memorable page to the history of Biarritz. Surfers from the islands not only competed but often surpassed their competitors, etching their names in the annals with thirty-five national titles awarded in this magnificent week (October 28 – November 3).
Cultural and Sports Resonance
Beyond the sporting performances, this event was also a celebration of the culture and identity of the Caribbean islands. Merging dance and sport, the “Time to Love Dance” Festival offered a rich and diverse week transporting Biarritz to Guadeloupe and Martinique thanks to a vibrant collective energy. Waves and rhythm meet for an unforgettable celebration.
The Future of Caribbean Surfing
With burgeoning young talents and high-level performances in international competitions, the future of Caribbean surfing looks brighter than ever. The competitions at Biarritz and elsewhere will undoubtedly continue to reveal champions and strengthen the links between surfers from Martinique and Guadeloupe, and those from other regions of the world.

Event | Martinique | Guadeloupe |
National Championships | Three great performances from young surfers | Noted participations |
Medals won | 18 medals | Dominated with 2 gold medals |
Pan American Games | Mentioned | Team Gwada wins |
Guadeloupe Hope Cup | Nine medals for Ajoe | Local event |
Caribbean Games | Martinique shone | Organized in Guadeloupe |
Banque Populaire Surf Tour Hopes | Martinique welcomes | Participation Guadeloupe |
Competitions in Biarritz | 35 national titles won | Young talents present |
Time to Love Dance Festival | Culture and surfing in Martinique | Extensive participation |
- Martinique :
- Three great performances in Biarritz
- Two young surfers shine in the waves
- The Martinquais win two new medals at the national surfing championship
- 18 medals at the Caribbean Games in Guadeloupe
- Three great performances in Biarritz
- Two young surfers shine in the waves
- The Martinquais win two new medals at the national surfing championship
- 18 medals at the Caribbean Games in Guadeloupe
- Guadeloupe :
- The team wins the 10th Pan American Games with two gold medals
- Presence in all seven finals
- Nine medals for Ajoe surfers during the first stage of the Guadeloupe Espoir Cup
- Organization of the first stage of the Banque Populaire Surf Tour Espoirs
- The team wins the 10th Pan American Games with two gold medals
- Presence in all seven finals
- Nine medals for Ajoe surfers during the first stage of the Guadeloupe Espoir Cup
- Organization of the first stage of the Banque Populaire Surf Tour Espoirs
- Three great performances in Biarritz
- Two young surfers shine in the waves
- The Martinquais win two new medals at the national surfing championship
- 18 medals at the Caribbean Games in Guadeloupe
- The team wins the 10th Pan American Games with two gold medals
- Presence in all seven finals
- Nine medals for Ajoe surfers during the first stage of the Guadeloupe Espoir Cup
- Organization of the first stage of the Banque Populaire Surf Tour Espoirs