The event kicked of at 7.00 am with John Holzhall launching the paddle board exhibition and historic paddle board challenge in Dominican Waters. At the 321takeoff center, the 36 surfing qualifiers checked in around 8:30. After the first round of qualifiers, 8 sufers were left standing by 11.30.
1 to 2 ft waves was a warm up to what’s to come for the weekend. The Kiteboarding was launched with young and upcoming riders. The last 8 have been chosen and will go into a final ranking for Thursday to see who will go to the finals starting Friday.

Only 8 expert windsurfers inscribed, which made them automatically qualified for the finals in Encuentro for Friday.

A very relaxed 1st day with good vibes and chill music made it easy and fun to watch Playa Encuentro and Cabarete beach in front of Ocean One.

Tonight the night life will get started with the best lip contest by Donell with RD$ 10 000,- for the sweetest lips.

The best is yet to come and we look forward to quality conditions with strong winds and big waves expected for the finals.