No menu items!

COSTA RICA'S LEADING ENGLISH LANGUAGE NEWSPAPER

HomeNewsCosta Rica's Hennessy narrowly misses podium in Olympic surfing

Costa Rica’s Hennessy narrowly misses podium in Olympic surfing

In a heartbreaking turn for Costa Rican fans, our national surfing star Brisa Hennessy came tantalizingly close to an Olympic medal at the Paris 2024 Games, finishing fourth in the women’s surfing competition. The event, held in the legendary waves of Teahupo’o, Tahiti, saw Hennessy battle fiercely but ultimately fall to France’s Johanne Defay in the bronze medal match.

The gold medal went to American Caroline Marks, who edged out Brazil’s Tatiana Weston-Webb in a nail-biting final. Marks, the 22-year-old 2023 world champion, secured victory by a mere two-tenths of a point, scoring 10.50 to Weston-Webb’s 10.33.

Despite the disappointment, Hennessy’s fourth-place finish marks a significant achievement for Costa Rican surfing on the global stage. Her performance showcases the growing strength of our nation’s surfing program and sets a new benchmark for future Tico athletes in the sport.

The competition highlighted the intense level of talent in women’s surfing, with all finalists demonstrating exceptional skill in Teahupo’o’s challenging conditions. This spot, known for its powerful waves, provided a spectacular backdrop for the Olympic contest.

While Costa Rica may have missed out on a medal this time, Hennessy’s performance has undoubtedly inspired a new generation of surfers in our country. As we look ahead to future Olympics, there’s renewed hope and determination to see our flag on the podium in this exciting sport.

Trending Now

Heavy Rains in Costa Rica Trigger Landslides and Floods

Costa Rica faces tough conditions lately from ongoing heavy rains that have sparked deadly landslides and major flooding over the last few days. In...

Guatemala Accepts First Honduran Deportees from US

Guatemala has started accepting deportees from other countries as part of its deal with the United States, with the first group of Hondurans arriving...

Costa Rica’s Hyatt Centric Escazú Finalist in GRI Awards

Costa Rica's hotel scene keeps building momentum on the global stage. The Hyatt Centric San José Escazú stands out as a finalist for Best...

Costa Rica Ranger Trapped After Falling off Cliff on Cocos Island

Rescue teams in Costa Rica continue their efforts to save a park ranger who fell down a 40-meter cliff on Isla del Coco. The...

Costa Rica Weather Alert: Heavy Rain, Flooding, and Landslides

The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) issued a warning on Thursday about persistent heavy rains and thunderstorms affecting much of Costa Rica.These conditions are the...

Family Beach Day in Costa Rica Exploring Tidepools and Wildlife

My two sons couldn’t be more different. They look completely different. They act completely differently. They eat different foods. They have different interests. This...
spot_img
Costa Rica Coffee Maker Chorreador
Costa Rica Coffee Maker Chorreador
Costa Rica Travel Insurance
Costa Rica Rocking Chait
Costa Rica Travel

Latest News from Costa Rica