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Top Tricks from Men's finals | WST: Rome 2023 | #RoadToParis2024

Best tricks form the men's final in Rome, which saw Nyjah Huston reclaim his own title with an incredible performance.

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Top Tricks from Women's finals | WST: Rome 2023 | #RoadToParis2024

The best tricks from the final that saw Akama Liz be crowned as the new WST: Rome champion!

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Top Tricks from Women's semi-finals | WST: Rome 2023 | #RoadToParis2024

14-year-old Liz Akama tops women's semi-finals! A rain-delayed semi-final did little to dampen the charge of the Japanese teen who pipped Tokyo 2020 medallist Rayssa Leal to first place in the women's semi-finals at the Paris 2024 Olympic qualifier.

Liz Akama of Japan showed style and consistency to lead the top eight skaters advancing to the women's final at the 2023 WST Street Skateboarding event in Rome. Despite a shower of summer rain delaying the wait time between the two semi-final heats on Saturday (24 June), the 14-year-old, who finished fourth at last year's contest in Italy, remained unfazed as she produced the highest combined score after the two runs and five best trick attempts to qualify on top.

Finishing in second was Brazilian Tokyo 2020 silver medallist Rayssa Leal, who came alive in the best trick section to punch her ticket through to Sunday's final in second place. She was followed by Oda Yumeka in third.

In another strong showing by Japan, five skaters, including Oda and Akama, successfully qualified for the final round. Among them was Olympic champion Nishiya Momiji, who took the honour of marking the night's highest-run score, putting down an 80.77 line.

Also making it through was Australia's Chloe Covell, whose appearance in Sunday's final will mark the third consecutive time she has made it to the final of a Paris 2024 Olympic skate qualifying event.

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Top Tricks from Men's semi-finals | WST: Rome 2023 | #RoadToParis2024

Aurelien Giraud strikes again to top men's semi-final! The French world champion's statement final trick confirmed his spot in the final of the Paris 2024 qualifier along with Team USA stars Nyjah Huston and Jagger Eaton.

Also making the final cut of eight were Tokyo 2020 Olympians Shirai Sora and Gustavo Ribeiro. Japanese rider Shirai sparkled in heat one with the highest-run score of the night and had looked set to qualify in first until Giraud's final intervention.

Team USA will have two skaters in the final, with both Nyjah Huston and Jagger Eaton doing enough to make it through.

They will be met in equal numbers by skaters from Brazil with Felipe Gustavo and Olympic silver medallist Kelvin Hoefler qualifying in sixth and seventh place respectively.

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He went from brain damage to surfing glory!

Owen Wright's surfing career was at its peak in 2015 when he suffered a severe head injury during a warm-up session at Pipeline, Hawaii. The injury left him with a traumatic brain injury and forced him to take a break from professional surfing. In this interview, Owen shares his inspiring journey of recovery, resilience, and determination to get back on his board and back to the top of the sport.

He talks about the challenges he faced during his rehabilitation, the support of his family and friends, and the mental and physical strategies he used to regain his strength and skills. From his first tentative steps back in the water to his triumphant return to competition, Owen's story is a testament to the human spirit and the power of perseverance. Whether you're a surfing fan or simply inspired by stories of overcoming adversity, this interview is a must-watch.

15 year old Erin Brooks is the future of surfing!

Erin Brooks: The teen at the forefront of women’s aerial surfing

Brooks has an affinity for flight, and is already making history competing against and beating men twice her age and size. The Canadian has shown an X-factor, ability, and a mature attitude beyond her years.

“I don’t consider myself as a professional surfer. I still feel like I'm just a kid out there just surfing and having fun,” Brooks told Olympics.com last year.

“I have a hard time calling myself that sometimes because how I see professional surfers, (they) are - Carissa Moore, Kolohe Andino. They're at the top on the CT (Championship Tour), Olympians, and I feel like I'm below that. Hopefully, I can get there one day.”

Erin Brooks: "I feel I'm just a kid out there, just surfing and having fun"

Becoming a professional athlete at 12 years old, as Brooks did, is not exactly the norm. She’s already competing against people who have done the sport longer than she’s been alive. And the

“When I was nine years old, I moved to O'ahu. We lived on the island of Maui and the first few days (after) I moved there, I got invited to a surf lesson. And then from the first wave, that's when I knew that's what I wanted to do for the rest of my life,” Brooks told Olympics.com.

Alan Cleland is a World Champion! 🇲🇽🏄

Cleland is your World Surfing Games men's champion! 🇲🇽

20-year-old Alan Cleland shows up on the big stage, scoring the highest wave AND heat total to secure #ISAWorlds gold! 🥇🏄🏽‍♂️

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Tati Weston-Webb is a World champion! 🇧🇷🏄

Tati Weston-Webb, you’re a world surfing games champion! 🇧🇷

Tati secures gold in the last minutes of the women’s final, jumping from fourth place to first and claiming a historic #ISAWorlds gold!

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Sky Brown teaches a pro surfer to skate!

Sky Brown and Tsuzuki Amuro are two remarkable athletes who made waves at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in their respective sports of skateboarding and surfing.

Sky Brown, at the age of just 13 years and 28 days, became Great Britain's youngest-ever Olympic medalist, winning the bronze medal in women's park skateboarding. Her achievement drew significant attention and admiration, not only for her exceptional talent but also for her remarkable accomplishments at such a young age. Sky Brown's success in skateboarding has made her a role model for aspiring young athletes around the world.

Aside from her skateboarding prowess, Sky Brown is also known for her skills as a surfer. In a unique collaboration, she had the opportunity to teach Tsuzuki Amuro, an Olympic medal-winning surfer from Japan, how to skateboard. This special interaction between two talented athletes from different disciplines highlighted the camaraderie and sportsmanship that exists within the Olympic Games.

Tsuzuki Amuro, on the other hand, is a highly accomplished surfer who competed in the women's shortboard event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. While specific details of her performance and results were not provided in the given search results, her meeting with Sky Brown for a skateboarding lesson showcased the unity and shared passion for sports among Olympians.

Both Sky Brown and Tsuzuki Amuro have left a significant impact on their respective sports and have become inspirational figures in the world of athletics. Their achievements at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics have not only showcased their exceptional skills but also exemplified the spirit of sportsmanship and dedication to their craft.

The beauty of Surfing!

Surfing is a captivating sport that combines athleticism, nature, and a sense of freedom. It takes place in various picturesque locations around the world. With its great beaches and the ability to catch waves, surfing offers a unique and exhilarating experience. The sport's beauty lies in its connection to the ocean, as surfers embrace the power and unpredictability of the waves. Surfing is not only physically demanding but also requires mental focus, balance, and precision. The feeling of riding a wave, the rush of adrenaline, and the harmonious dance with the water create an unmatched sense of joy and satisfaction. Surfing's roots can be traced back to Polynesian settlers in Hawaii, where the sport evolved into a well-known form. Whether you're a beginner learning to stand on the board or an experienced surfer mastering complex maneuvers, the beauty of surfing lies in the harmony between humans and the ocean's natural forces.