Hallbergmoos/Munich, April 2026 – The Rip Curl Nations Trophy presented by Citroën enters its second edition - and the date couldn’t be more fitting: on May 9, 2026, Europe Day, eight nations will compete against each other at O2 SURFTOWN MUC. Athletes will surf in a 180-metre-long wave pool on Europe’s longest artificial wave – generated by pneumatic endless surf technology, build for the first time worldwide in Germany.
Following its world premiere in July 2025, which attracted around 3,000 spectators and gained international attention, the unique team surf competition returns. Among the confirmed athletes are: Tom Curren, three-time world champion and WSL Hall of Famer, and many more. Competing for the German team are: Leon Glatzer, Janina Zeitler, Dylan Groen and Camilla Kemp.
The format: four surfers per nation - two women and two men - compete in direct head-to-head battles across changing wave modes. One wave, one chance. The top four teams from the opening round qualify for the final. Free entry, limited capacity. Competition starts at 3:00 PM. The event is accompanied by a full program including live DJs, a surfskate ramp, food trucks, and an afterparty.
Following the riders meeting, a press conference will take place (approx. 20-40 minutes), including welcome remarks and the opportunity for interviews with national teams. Accreditation is available upon request at pr@surftown.de.
“Surfing has always been an individual sport. This is something different. You surf for your team, for your country. That dynamic changes something. I’m very excited for this years edition.”
– Leon Glatzer, German Olympic-Surfer
“Rip Curl is at home in surfing worldwide – from the best breaks on the planet to Munich. In its second edition, the Nations Trophy has already developed an energy that resonates far beyond Europe. That’s exactly what we aimed to create together with O2 SURFTOWN MUC. We’re excited for this year’s edition.”
– Jean-Sébastien Estienne, Head of Marketing Rip Curl
“Hosting this event in Germany, on a wave that is truly one of a kind, makes us proud. And this is only the beginning.”
– Chris Boehm-Tettelbach, CEO & Founder O2 SURFTOWN MUC
About O2 SURFTOWN MUC
Germany’s first surf park, featuring Europe’s longest artificial wave. A 180-meter wave pool located in Hallbergmoos near Munich - offering surfing for all levels, anytime, independent of wind and weather.
About Rip Curl
Founded in Torquay, Australia, in 1969, Rip Curl remains a company built by surfers for surfers. Regarded as The Ultimate Surfing Company, for over 50 years Rip Curl has endeavored to make the best products, run the best events, support the best athletes, deliver the best customer service, and have the best crew of people.
About Citroën
Providing mobility solutions for everyone since 1919. Official automotive partner of O2 SURFTOWN MUC.
Press Contact O2 SURFTOWN MUC
Jonathan Hendess
pr@surftown.de
