Filipino surfer Jayuard Alciso scored a major victory after defeating French surfer Kauli Vaast in their heat at the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour Philippines Pro at Cloud 9 in Siargao.
Alciso’s victory marked another milestone for Philippine surfing, following the earlier win of fellow Filipino surfer John Mark “Marama” Tokong, who also secured a heat victory in the competition.
The back-to-back victories highlighted the growing presence of Filipino surfers on the international stage, as both athletes showcased their skills against world-class competitors on home waters.
Competing at the iconic Cloud 9, Alciso delivered a significant performance against Vaast, adding to the excitement surrounding the Philippines’ hosting of the prestigious surfing event.
With two Filipino surfers claiming heat victories, the country’s participation in the WSL Championship Tour Philippines Pro has become a memorable moment for the local surfing community.
The victories also brought pride to the Philippines as its athletes continued to demonstrate their ability to compete against some of the world’s top surfers.
