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Maria
Salgado

A rising Portuguese surfer from Santa Cruz, known for her impressive performances in junior and European competitions.

Biography

Maria Salgado, 19, is a competitive surf athlete from Santa Cruz, Portugal, recognised as one of the rising stars of Portuguese women’s surfing. Born and raised on the waves of the Portuguese coast, she began competing at a young age and quickly established herself as a prominent junior surfer.

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  • Sport

    Surf

  • Nationality

    Portugal

  • Birth date

    18/12/2006

  • Height

    174cm

  • Weight

    70kg

  • Goofy/Regular

    Regular

  • With Billabong since

    2026

Palmares

  • European Junior Champion

  • Qualified for challenger 2026

  • European vice-champion

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