It was more than just a press conference - it was a glimpse into the future of surfing.
Camilla Kemp and Tim Elter, newly qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, are in the spotlight.
Their story - from the first waves to the international world stage - symbolizes the fighting spirit and talent that German surfing has to offer.
On May 28, 2024, Camilla and Tim put their extraordinary skills to the test in Hallbergmoos in front of the international press.
“It is an incredible feeling to be the first woman to compete at the Olympic Games - the Olympic wave in Tahiti is a great challenge that I am happy to accept and prove my skills there," Camilla Kemp explained enthusiastically.
"The O2 SurfTown MUC now gives us an arena where we can bring surfing to the masses and inspire the next generation with our passion,
The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) also expressed its delight at the developments in German surfing.
"We are delighted that the German surfers Camilla Kemp and Tim Elter will be competing in a sport that is still new to the Olympics."
"Starting places at the Olympics are much harder to achieve in all sports than international competitions or world championships."
"At the same time, the international competition is immense, which makes the qualification even more valuable!"
The German Surfing Association supports the athletes on their way and has accompanied them for years.
Their hard training led them to the gates of Munich, to Hallbergmoos. Tom Kronenbürger, Vice President of "Deutscher Wellenreitverband e.V.", emphasized.
"We are incredibly proud that Camilla and Tim will represent Germany at the Olympic Games."
"With the O2 SurfTown MUC, we now have a training facility that offers optimal conditions for competition preparation."
"Something like this has clearly been missing in Germany and will significantly raise the level of surfing in the sport."
Germany's first and Europe's largest surf park offers our Olympians a 20,000 m² arena that will provide not only professionals but also beginners and visitors with a unique experience from summer 2024 - from sport to culture and relaxation.
With tailor-made waves for all skill levels, surf courses, and an architecturally unique restaurant, O2 SurfTown MUC sets new standards in leisure activities.
A fascinating combination of top-class sport and technological masterpiece - a rare insight that has the potential to change the world of sport.
Before the facility officially opens in the summer, members of the press were able to take an exclusive first look at the wave pool and experience its premiere during a test demonstration.
The waves are generated by the unique Endless Surf wave technology, which is based on air pressure.
The surf park is still being completed, which is why an exact opening date has not yet been set.
Tim Elter added:
"The training opportunities here are simply incredible."
"The support from the German Surfing Association and O2 SurfTown MUC is priceless for us athletes."
"Our journey from the first waves to qualifying for the Olympics was full of highs and lows."
"We experienced setbacks but also celebrated successes. Every day on the water has shaped and strengthened us to prepare for this moment."
Chris Boehm-Tettelbach, Founder & CEO of O2 SurfTown MUC, explained:
"Our vision was to create a surf destination that inspires both pros and beginners. Today's premiere has shown that we are on the right track."
"The O2 SurfTown MUC sets a new dimension in surfing, as well as in leisure activities."
"It will prepare Camilla and Tim for their big competition."
"It makes us incredibly proud that we can accompany Camilla and Tim on their way to Tahiti and that we can now offer them training opportunities in Germany. We wish them every success."
Camilla Kemp and Tim Elter's qualification for the 2024 Olympic Games marks another milestone for German surfing.
With O2 SurfTown MUC as an innovative training facility and the support of the German Surfing Association, they have a promising future ahead of them.
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