HAYMAN-WOODWARD Sponsors Skimboarding Vice-Champion

Global mobility company HAYMAN-WOODWARD has begun sponsoring athlete Léo Freitas, the Brazilian vice-champion in skimboarding and ranked 8th globally in the sport. In November, the athlete, also the Rio de Janeiro skimboarding champion, participated for the first time in the American championship, reaching the semifinals and securing the 4th position.

The sponsorship encompasses essential aspects for Léo Freitas’s professional development, assisting in logistical, legal, and travel needs, ensuring he can compete internationally without hindrances related to immigration and mobility.

HAYMAN-WOODWARD’s primary goal with the sponsorship is to support and foster Brazilian talents in sports, showcasing the company’s commitment not only to global mobility but also to the development and enhancement of Brazilian athletes.

CEO Leonardo Freitas highlights that besides Léo Freitas, HAYMAN WOODWARD sponsors athletes from various sports, including disciplines tailored for people with physical disabilities. “We believe in the transformative power of sports and the determination of each athlete, aligning with our mission to help people overcome barriers and achieve their dreams,” states Freitas.

Léo Freitas: 8th in the Skimboarding World Ranking

At 22, professional skimboarder Léo Freitas already holds the 8th position in the world ranking after competing in the American championship. Hailing from Arraial do Cabo, the athlete also runs a Skimboard School at Leblon Beach in Rio de Janeiro.

This year, he traveled to the USA, representing Brazil in the Skimboard World Tour (UST). Moreover, he boasts numerous achievements in skimboarding, becoming the 2022 Brazilian vice-champion, the 2022 revelation athlete, and the Rio de Janeiro champion. Léo also offers free classes to the Arraial do Cabo community, aiming to promote skimboarding among children and young people.

What is Skimboarding?

Skimboarding involves throwing a board onto the sea’s sand and jumping on it to ride the wave. The sport draws elements from surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding.

In some regions, this sport is also known as “sonrisal” due to the similarity between the board used and the effervescent tablet that combats indigestion, heartburn, and stomach acidity.

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