Chennai, July 31 -- More than 150 surfers from 20 countries will display their skills on maneuvering the tidal waves as the stage is set for the ASF Asian Surfing Championship to be held at the tourist resort of Mahabalipuram, about 55 km from here, from August 3-12.

In a release here today, the Organisers said this year's championship will bring together athletes from 20 Asian countries and competitors will battle it out in Shortboard divisions-- Open Men, Open Women, U18 Boys, and U18 Girls.

Beyond the medals--Gold, Silver, Bronze and Copper--surfers will be vying for qualification spots for the 2026 Asian Games, making this a landmark event on the Asian surfing calendar.

Mahabalipuram, the jewel of Tamil Nadu's coastline, is set ...