Open Men category finalists The Antofagasta Bodyboard Festival 2026 came to an end after several days of competition at Nilda Point, bringing together some of the most important riders on the world tour in a new edition of the championship held in northern Chile. In the Men Division category, South African rider Tristan Roberts claimed the title after a solid performance on finals day, capping off a week where he was one of the most consistent competitors of the event. Trista

Flags at the ABF venue With perfect ramps for aerial maneuvers and critical sections near the rocks, competitors raised the level while fighting for a place in the decisive rounds of the championship. After several days marked by solid performances at La Nilda, the riders who advanced to Open Men Round 5 officially secured their spots among the world’s Top 24 at the second stop of the IBC World Tour. In addition, the Dropknee semifinalists were confirmed in the division’s onl