Sofia Mulanovich
About SofiaLeaving a lasting impression wherever she goes, Sofia Mulanovich has shown tremendous strength and dedication throughout her career. Hailing from the beautiful country of Peru, Sofia has an amazing love for her family and dedication to her country. Born into a family of surfers, she always dreamed of becoming a professional surfer.
The fearless Sofia is known for her persistence and commitment to the sport of surfing.
Sofia began her journey as a professional surfer in 1999. She qualified for the World Championship Tour in 2002. For the next two years, Sofia worked hard eventually climbing to the top rankings. In 2004 she lived the best moment of her career captivating the most desired World Championship Title. Sofia was honored to become the first Latin American to win a World Title. In 2005 she continued to compete, and maintain herself in an enviable position as the best in the world.
In 2006 Sofia presented her new film “Sofia, A Documentary.” The film showcased a complication of images while telling the history of how she came to win the World Title. The film was featured in several movie festivals and received global recognition. “When you go after something and you really believe it, that’s when great things happen.” She was honored at the prestigious Surfer Poll & Video Awards wining “Best Women Surfer,” for the second consecutive year. She was also recognized for her film receiving the award for “Best Documentary.”
Sofia’s wonderful heart and warm personality has impacted everyone that crosses her path.
Sofia may be a top world athlete but she always makes time for her friends and family.
Recently by Sofia Mulanovich
The past few months I have been traveling to competitions, juggling media appearances and training. I have to admit, sometimes it is hard to fly 14 hours after a competition then get on another plane and participate in photo shoots. Thank god for business class and upgrades. But the cool part is what comes out of the photo shoots and interviews. Recently a writer from the New York Times came down to Peru to interview me and the check out thesurf scene here in Punta Hermosa and Moncora. I was so stoked on the article and to see Peru and our surf culture represented in such a positive way. As a Peruvian I am proud of my country and even more proud of all the surfers and people coming from around the world to surf the amazing waves of Peru. So thanks NYT!
Also, Tu Ciudad Magazine recently featured me on the cover the May Issue. It was cool to be featured with other Latin athletes who are pursuing their dreams in sports. Though it could not have been any colder the day we shot, the crew at Tu Ciudad was fun and cool to work with. More exposure for the sport I love. Now go surf!"
This was a cool day at my home beach in Punta Hermosa, Peru. Red Bull created a contest for 25 girls between the ages of 10 and 16 to come out to the beach and paint a blank surfboard shaped canvas, with the hopes of me choosing their design. I was overwhelmed by the preparation many of the girls did before they arrived, they had their designs planned out on paper and they were working so hard. It was difficult to pick a winning design because they were all so good and creative.
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Just getting back to Peru after a couple months in Australia. I was really stoked to start the year off good there. The win at Snapper was just a great way to start the year. And then to get second at Bells, it takes a lot of pressure off. It's a long year and there's a lot that can happen. All of the girls are surfing really good, but I think all the training I did in the off season is pay off. My boards feel good, and I feel good. Gotta run for now, but see you in Brazil for the next event.
