Filipe Toledo

Filipe Toledo — The Aerial Assassin
🌊 Basic Info
Full Name: Filipe Toledo
Nickname: Filipinho
Born: April 16, 1995, Ubatuba, São Paulo, Brazil
Nationality: Brazilian
Surfing Stance: Regular
Favorite Surf Spots: Lower Trestles, J-Bay, Saquarema
🏆 Career Highlights
Championships & Titles
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2× WSL World Champion (2022, 2023)
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World Qualifying Series Champion (2014)
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US Open of Surfing Champion (2014, 2016)
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18+ Championship Tour (CT) event wins
Notable Competitions
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Hurley Pro at Trestles
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J-Bay Open (multiple wins)
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Oi Rio Pro
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Bells Beach
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WSL Finals at Lower Trestles (2022, 2023 champion)
Best Performances
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Clinched his first world title in the 2022 WSL Finals with dominant surfing
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Successfully defended his crown in 2023 with another win at Trestles
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Known for electrifying, high-flying runs that have changed modern contest surfing
Signature Moves
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Full-rotation aerials
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Tail-high reverse maneuvers
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Lighting-fast rail work and explosive pocket surfing
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Unmatched combination of speed, style, and power in progressive waves
🏄♂️ Surfing Style & Equipment
Board Preferences
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Sharp Eye surfboards
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FCS II fin setup
Wetsuit & Gear
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Hurley wetsuits
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FCS traction and fins
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Oakley sunglasses
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Monster Energy accessories
Training & Fitness
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Focused on agility, balance, and explosive power
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Incorporates gym training, mental coaching, and recovery work
Wave Preferences
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Loves right-hand point breaks and fast beachies
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Thrives in conditions perfect for big airs and speed runs
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Less comfortable in heavy barrels like Pipeline
🌍 Life Beyond Surfing
Hobbies & Interests
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Passionate about family and faith
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Enjoys time in San Clemente with his family
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Engages in content creation and surf media projects
Social Causes
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Advocates for mental health awareness in sports
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Involved in ocean protection and Brazilian youth surf development
Fun Facts
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Son of Ricardo Toledo, a two-time Brazilian national champion
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Took a break from the 2024 WSL season to prioritise his mental well-being
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Known for confidently calling himself the best surfer in the world
📢 Latest News & Updates
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After stepping away from the tour in early 2024 to focus on mental health, Filipe began a comeback in 2025
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Has returned to competition with strong results and a more grounded mindset
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Expressed that his time away helped him rediscover passion for the sport
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Still one of the most polarising and explosive talents on the CT