Venezuela to host 10th World Bodyboard Championship

Caracas, Aug. 7 (Xinhua)

Venezuela's resort of Isla Margarita will host the 10th World Bodyboard Championship from Oct. 20-25, according to the state communication and information agency Sibci. 

Around 250 surfers from some 20 countries and regions are expected to compete in the event on Playa Parguito, one of the many beaches on Margarita Island, which is located in the state of Nueva Espana.

Australia, Japan, United States, Puerto Rico, Aruba, Portugal, Spain, France, England, Italy, Morocco, Ecuador, Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Costa Rica, Mexico and host Venezuela will compete in the tournament. 

This year's event marks the third year in a row that 

Venezuela' s Isla Margarita has been chosen to host the ...more