Alejo Muniz was today crowned Oakley Pro Junior Brazil champion in front of a mass of screaming fans at Itajai, heralding his bright future in style.
With a building crowd flocking to Itajai in droves, lining up and down the picturesque pier to cheer on the future of Brazilian surfing, the final day of the Oakley Pro Junior Brazil was all that was expected – and more.
Defeating Jadson Andre in a final worthy for any international event, Muniz got the better of his more fancied opponent with a blistering backhand attack.
Outpointing Andre 15.43 (out of a possible 20) to 12.84 in the final, including a brilliant 8.33 (out of a possible 10), Muniz was over the moon with his result.
“I’m so happy,†Muniz said beaming.
“It’s the best day of my surfing career so far … Details