Filipe Toledo

Brazilian professional surfer who became World Surf League Champion in 2021 and 2022, known for his aerial maneuvers and progressive surfing style.

Born in Ubatuba, São Paulo, on January 10, 1995, Filipe Toledo emerged from Brazil's fertile surfing coastline during the country's golden generation of competitive surfers. His father, Ricardo Toledo, was instrumental in his early development, serving as both coach and mentor throughout his formative years. Toledo's natural talent became evident in junior competitions, where his innovative approach and fearless attitude distinguished him from his peers. Toledo joined the World Surf League Championship Tour in 2013 as an 18-year-old rookie, immediately making an impact with his progressive aerial surfing. His breakthrough came with his first CT victory at the 2014 Fiji Pro, showcasing his ability to adapt his high-performance approach to challenging conditions. Throughout the 2010s, he established himself as one of the tour's most consistent performers, regularly finishing in the top five of world rankings while accumulating multiple event victories across diverse locations. The pinnacle of Toledo's career arrived with consecutive WSL World Championships in 2022 and 2023, cementing his status among surfing's elite. His 2022 title campaign was particularly dominant, featuring victories at premium events and consistently high heat scores. Toledo's aerial repertoire includes maneuvers previously considered impossible in competitive surfing, while his powerful rail work demonstrates complete technical mastery. His performances have produced some of the highest single-wave scores in professional surfing history, reflecting both innovation and execution under pressure. Toledo's impact extends beyond individual achievements, representing the culmination of Brazil's rise as surfing's dominant nation. His success has inspired a new generation of Brazilian surfers while elevating the sport's technical standards globally. Although critics have questioned his big-wave capabilities, his mastery of small-to-medium wave conditions remains unmatched. Toledo's combination of aerial innovation and competitive consistency has redefined modern high-performance surfing, establishing new benchmarks for technical excellence in professional competition. The two-time world champion returned to the winner's circle in 2025 with victory on the Gold Coast among the highlights of his comeback season.

Progressive, aerial-focused surfing with exceptional technical ability and innovative maneuvers

Revolutionized modern surfing with progressive aerial maneuvers and helped establish Brazil as a dominant force in professional surfing

• WSL World Championship 2021
• WSL World Championship 2022