How Dakar caught surfing's new wave: 'It has become a path to success and a way of life'
- Posted on July 18, 2026
- By Le Monde
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Senegal's Atlantic coastline has emerged as a thriving hub for competitive surfing, transforming small coastal communities into training grounds for aspiring world-class athletes. With consistent swells and over a dozen prime surf breaks, young Senegalese surfers are establishing themselves as formidable competitors in the global surfing scene. The sport has evolved from a recreational activity into a viable career path, offering economic opportunities and international recognition to the region's dedicated wave riders.
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