GREAT CONDITIONS AND AN AWESOME SHOW ON DAY 1 OF THE GRAN CANARIA FRONTÓN KING!

Saturday, October 12, 2024, Gáldar, Gran Canaria, Spain.

One of the most anticipated events of the year kicked off—the final stop of the IBC World Tour, where the world titles in the Junior and Men Divisions are up for grabs. On Friday the 11th, there was a competitors’ briefing, followed by the distribution of the competitor bags. Then, ASOCAN, the “Canary Lifeguards Association,” held a CPR course. After that, the technical directors of the competition gave a safety and competition talk, making sure all safety measures were in place to guarantee a great show.

The best bodyboarders from around the world have come to Gran Canaria from 16 different countries, with a total of 128 participants—80 in the Men Division and 48 in the Junior Men Division. The first day of competition didn’t disappoint, taking place on one of the most powerful waves in the world. The action kicked off at 8:00 AM with really good conditions—perfect medium-sized waves and no wind on a beautiful day along the Gáldar coast.

The agenda included Round 1 of the Junior and Round 1 of the Men Division.

ROUND 1 JUNIOR MEN DIVISION

While Saturday’s conditions already showed why El Frontón is considered one of the best waves in the world for bodyboarding, the real action will come in the next few days as the following rounds unfold, bringing the usual radical conditions that have made ‘La Bestia’ the go-to wave in the sport.

The organizers have decided to take a day off tomorrow, Sunday, as bad conditions are expected for the competition. Remember, there will be a total of 6 days of competition over a waiting period of 15 days, trying to pick the best days for the waves to put on a great show.

The Gran Canaria Frontón King Pro 2024, part of the IBC Bodyboarding World Tour, is packed with a variety of music and food options. It’s organized by Epic Events and backed by the Gran Canaria Cabildo through Gran Canaria Tourism, the Insular Sports Institute and its brand European Island of Sport, the Presidency department with its brand La Isla De Mi Vida, and the Gáldar City Council, along with brands like Mercedes-Benz and Corona, plus support from Munchitos and Ozeano.

Make sure to keep an eye on the IBC and Gran Canaria Frontón King website and their social media. You’ll find all the info you need about this awesome event!

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