Olivia Piana sets a new world record in the "Downwind of the Southwest"
SUELTALABARRA Family! From the stunning shores of Portugal comes news that redefines the limits of endurance and skill in foiling. Talented rider Olivia Piana ( @oliviapiana ) has set a new world record , completing the "Downwind of the South West" challenge with an exceptional time.
A record of endurance and skill in the Atlantic, driven by the wind: is it a wind sport or a rowing sport?
Olivia Piana has achieved an astonishing feat by covering 284.7 kilometers in 14 hours and 36 minutes , foiling across the Portuguese Atlantic Ocean. While this downwind foiling discipline is a feat of paddling and balance, achieving these epic distances is achieved thanks to the power of the surface wind, which generates the ocean currents necessary to propel the foil efficiently and consistently. This monumental achievement is not only a testament to her incredible physical and mental endurance, but also to her mastery of open water foiling and the perfect symbiosis with the force of nature. A feat that places her at the very top of the discipline and demonstrates the limitless potential of board watersports.
An achievement dedicated to the protection of the Portuguese ecosystem
Beyond the sporting achievement, this world record carries a message of great importance. Olivia Piana has dedicated her feat to the protection of Portuguese ecosystems and the conservation of its precious coastline. It is a tribute and a call to action for the preservation of the natural environments that make these adventures possible.
This charitable initiative specifically supports three prominent organizations that work tirelessly to raise awareness and protect these natural areas:
- @dunaslivres
- @together.hair.southwest
- @juntospelocercal
At SUELTALABARRA, we applaud this connection between elite sport and environmental awareness, highlighting the responsibility athletes have toward the environments that allow us to enjoy these disciplines.
Support for a historic feat
This world record "Downwind of the Southwest" was made possible thanks to the support of important collaborators who shared Olivia Piana's vision:
- @blackfish_paddles
- @axisfoils
- @panthalassa_tv (also responsible for the stunning footage documenting the journey).
We congratulate Olivia Piana on this outstanding achievement, which will undoubtedly inspire many to explore the limits of their own capabilities and to take care of the oceans that give us so much.
