Deury Corniel wins the silver medal at the Surfari Mar Menor 2026
Dominican kitesurfer Deury Corniel has added a new success to his sports career by winning the silver medal in the Formula Kite category during the twenty-seventh edition of the Surfari Mar Menor 2026. The event, which took place in Los Alcázares, Murcia, Spain, was held from October 9th to 11th, consolidating itself as one of the most important dates on the international nautical calendar.
Corniel was the only athlete to represent the Dominican Republic, facing high-level competitors from various nations in Europe and Central America. His outstanding performance allowed him to reach the podium in a competition that brought together nearly 180 athletes from different aquatic disciplines, including windsurfing and wingfoiling.
Trajectory and vision towards Los Angeles 2028
This recent achievement on Spanish soil reaffirms the consistency and talent of the athlete, who already possesses an outstanding track record, recalling his historic gold medal at the Buenos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games. For Corniel, this result is a fundamental step in his competitive roadmap.
Corniel’s participation in Spain not only highlights his ability to compete against the best in the world, but also underscores his constant preparation with his sights set on the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
With this silver medal, the kitesurfer continues to position the Dominican flag in the elite of water sports, demonstrating the potential the country has in disciplines of high physical and technical demand. Alofoke Deportes celebrates this triumph that fills the entire nation with pride.
