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The Morocco Mall Junior Pro Casablanca kicks off today in the vibrant city of Casablanca, marking the first event of the 2026 global junior qualifying series of the World Surf League for Europe and Africa. With 128 male and female competitors from around 15 nationalities, this championship underscores Casablanca’s rising status on the international surfing map.
A Resurgence in Casablanca
This year’s event, taking place from May 6 to 10 at Ain Diab Beach, returns to Morocco’s economic capital after a successful showcase in 2024. The previous edition saw the Basque athlete Anett Gonzalez Itzabarri and France’s Noah Dubois clinch titles in their respective categories. Their victories shed light on the growing talent and popularity of surfing within Morocco.
Local Talent Shines Bright
Morocco’s representation shines through with nine competitors—five men and four women—demonstrating the country’s advancing prowess in the sport. Notably, the likes of Carla Mourera de la Val, the 2025 season’s runner-up, and Alfonso Suarez, the 2025 European Junior Champion, are among the frontrunners for this year’s championship.
African Aspirations
South Africans Ben Esterhuysen and Levi Ebenitus lead the continent’s aspirations, having wrapped up the previous season in the top ten rankings. In a nod to local talent, the organizing committee has extended wildcards to prominent Moroccan surfers, including Maria Alwideri, Inas Akouri, Idris Mkwah, and Tarek Tehrawi, fostering the next generation of athletes in the region.
As excitement builds around the Morocco Mall Junior Pro Casablanca, the event stands as a testament to the development of surfing in Morocco and its growing influence on the global stage.
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