SINTRA BODYBOARD PRO FESTIVAL 2026: MARTA LEITÃO & ARTHUR BUGGLE SCORE OFFICIAL IBC WILDCARDS FOR THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY

MARTA LEITÃO: A PORTUGUESE LEGEND RETURNS TO SINTRA

The women’s fleet is getting one of the most influential and iconic names in Portuguese bodyboarding. Marta Leitão is making her big comeback to the Sintra lineup after a ten-year break, making this milestone return extra special.

• Unmatched Track Record: With over 20 years at the top, Marta is a true heavy-hitter locally and globally, stacking up wins and podiums across the National Tour and IBC World Tour stops.

• Insane Versatility: Marta doesn’t just rip on a bodyboard, she’s also a champion on the European Bodysurf Tour, showing pure watermanship across the board.

• Locked In & Ready: As a personal trainer and wellness advocate, the Portuguese charger is coming in peak shape, ready to put on a show in front of her home crowd.

ARTHUR BUGGLE: RAW POWER & AIRTIME FROM RÉUNION ISLAND

Over in the Men’s Division, the wildcard is heading across the Indian Ocean to showcase the raw talent of France’s Arthur Buggle, a regular contender on the IBC World Tour.

• Technical Mastery: Cut from the heavy reef breaks of St. Leu and tested in Europe’s gnarliest slabs, Buggle brings a high-octane style marked by massive airs and deep, technical barrel riding.

From the entire IBC World Tour crew, we want to wish Marta Leitão and Arthur Buggle the best of luck as they charge into this historic event in Sintra!

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