Local Surfers Dominate Mahabalipuram as Babu and Moorthy Secure National Series Titles
Mahabalipuram natives Sivaraj Babu and Kamali Moorthy swept the top honors at the Point Break Challenge. The event served as the third stop of the SFI National Surf Series.
Key takeaways
- Sivaraj Babu secured back-to-back titles by winning the Men's Open final at the Point Break Challenge.
- Kamali Moorthy won both the Women's Open and the 18 & Under Girls categories in a single day.
- Som Sethi achieved his first major title in the 18 & Under Boys division, defeating runner-up Tayin Arun.
- Sekar Pachai and D. Rajesh claimed victories in the Stand-Up Paddling (SUP) Technical categories.
- The event served as Stop 3 of the Surfing Federation of India (SFI) National Surf Series.
Mahabalipuram Athletes Assert Home-Wave Dominance
The third installment of the Surfing Federation of India (SFI) National Surf Series concluded on Saturday with local competitors seizing the spotlight in Mahabalipuram. Sivaraj Babu maintained his momentum in the Men’s Open category, securing a first-place finish to achieve consecutive titles in the circuit. His performance in the final heat outpaced runner-up Ramesh Budihal and third-place finisher Akilan.
Kamali Moorthy Secures Dual Crowns
In a display of athletic stamina and skill, Kamali Moorthy captured two major titles on a single day of competition. Moorthy finished at the top of the podium for both the Women’s Open and the 18 & Under Girls divisions. She finished ahead of runner-up Sugar Shanti Banarse and third-placed Riva Aurora in the standings. International Surfing Association course presenter Lee Rayan was present to oversee the proceedings as these emerging talents solidified their rankings.
Youth Divisions and Technical Standings
The junior categories saw fresh faces climbing the ranks. Som Sethi earned his maiden title in the 18 & Under Boys category, while Tayin Arun finished in second place, mirroring his previous performance in Mangalore. The 14 & Under Boys crown went to Prahalad Sriram. In the Stand-Up Paddling (SUP) disciplines, Sekar Pachai took the title for SUP Technical Men, while D. Rajesh led the field in the SUP Technical 18 & Under category.
Official Results: Point Break Challenge Champions
- Men’s Open: Sivaraj Babu
- Women’s Open & 18 & Under Girls: Kamali Moorthy
- 18 & Under Boys: Som Sethi
- 14 & Under Boys: Prahalad Sriram
- SUP Technical Men: Sekar Pachai
- SUP Technical 18 & Under: D. Rajesh
Source: The Hindu — Sport
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