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Imagine gliding on a surfboard under a warm sun, the Pacific stretching endlessly ahead. A rising wall of water builds behind you, and with a few paddles you pop up as a curling wave lifts you. For a few seconds, you ride a powerful force of nature—sport, artistry, and strategy all in one. Surfing’s evolution into an Olympic discipline has captivated fans worldwide. This piece explains how surfing became an Olympic event, what it takes to ride the world’s toughest waves, and how champions are crowned, with Thai perspectives woven in.