2007 Event
The PWA Strike Gold As The Inaugural Cabo Verde World Cup Event Goes Down As One Of The Greatest Events In Windsurfing’s History
Fortune smiled upon the world elite as a pumping swell raced towards the Cabo Verde archipelago, hell-bent on unleashing its power upon the shallow ledges of Ponta Preta, on the Island of Sal.
Leading up to the event there were several favorites ripping it up at the spot already, but, without doubt, all eyes were on local hero Josh Angulo. In addition to the main seeds, a trio of Angulo’s compatriots represented a significant outside threat, with their intimate knowledge of the point breaks characteristics.
The event was a big deal to this small Atlantic republic too. An impressive infrastructure by the organisers, and the level of crowds coming to support their nation were a testament to the importance of windsurfing to Cabo Verdian tourism development, and their resolve to manage and protect their resources by attracting such clean living and environmentally conscious visitors as windsurfers.