Philippine Surfing & KS Boardriders: Riding Waves Beyond Siargao
The Philippines has become a hotspot for world-class surfers and surf culture, and events like the WSL Siheung Korea Open 2025 highlight just how far our athletes have come. From Siargao’s reef breaks to La Union’s longboard lines, Filipino surfers are making their mark on the global stage—and we at KS Boardriders share the same passion for performance and style that fuels their success.
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Toby Espejon Pushes Forward in the Men’s QS6000
Toby Espejon of Siargaoadvanced furthest among the field in the men’s shortboard QS6000, showing precision and flow under pressure. His progressive surfing reflects the energy of a new generation of Filipino surfers—strong, stylish, and ready for any wave.
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Daisy & Kaila Dela Torre Reach Semifinals in Longboarding
In the women’s longboard LQS1000, Daisy Dela Torre and her daughter, Kaila Dela Torre, both advanced to the semifinals, even competing against each other in the same heats. Their smooth, timeless longboard style captured attention and highlighted the strength of Filipina surfers on the Asian circuit.
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Crisanto Villanueva – Runner-Up in Men’s Longboard
Crisanto Villanueva from La Unionnarrowly missed the top spot, finishing as runner-up with 16.23 points, just behind Kanoa Hae-Jae’s 16.74. His graceful yet powerful style continues to elevate the reputation of Philippine longboarding in competitive surfing.
Marama Tokong – Eyes on the Challenger Series
John Mark “Marama” Tokong, the country’s top surf athlete, faced a tough heat in Korea and exited in the round of 64. His ranking has shifted from #8 to #11 in Asia, but Marama is far from finished.
With upcoming events like the Midas Capital Omaezaki Pro QS2000 (Sept 3–7, Shizuoka, Japan) and Billabong Tahara Pro QS6000 (Sept 16–21, Aichi Prefecture, Japan), Marama has multiple opportunities to climb into the Top 5 rankings and secure his spot in the WSL Challenger Series.
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Kanoa Hae-Jae Takes the Win
Kanoa Hae-Jae, representing Korea, claimed the men’s longboard title. His Filipino heritage and early years spent in Siargao remain a proud connection for local surfers, proving how Philippine surf culture continues to shape world-class talent.
For more information on WSL events, visit WorldSurfLeague.com
Ride the Stoke – Shop KS Boardriders
From the competitive lineups of the WSL to the everyday waves of Siargao, gear matters. Whether you’re chasing your first ride or your hundredth, KSBoardriders offers eco-conscious apparell, premium surf gear, and accessories built for the Philippine surf lifestyle.
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