Palestine – Gazan surfers stage championship despite blockade.

Location: Gaza, Palestine

Language: Arabic

Duration: 00:05:19

Voice: Natural

Source: A24 Gaza

Restriction: A24 subscribers

Date: 02/07/2022

Storyline:

The Palestinian Sailing and Rowing Federation staged on Wednesday the first-ever surfing competition off Gaza’s beach.

Surfers in Gaza lack international-grade surfboards and often use antiquated gear. The surfers are calling on their community to support their efforts in obtaining new equipment.

Organizers say they aim to encourage wave-catching sport despite the hardships felt by residents of the strip.

The young athletes look forward to participating in international championships in the future and the chance to surf with more experienced wave riders from other countries to upgrade their skills.