Louka Zanninotto Crowned Junior World Champion at the Fronton King 2025

What a season for French bodyboarder Louka Zanninotto! The 16-year-old rider from Arcachon has just been crowned Junior World Champion 2025 after a flawless campaign that ended in triumph at the Fronton King in the Canary Islands. Representing BZ Bodyboards and Legacy, Louka showcased maturity, power, and precision well beyond his years.

Earlier this season, Louka had already made his mark by winning the Morocco Pro Junior at the world-class wave of Anza, setting himself up as a strong contender for the world title. Heading into the final event at the infamous El Frontón—one of the heaviest waves on the planet—the stakes were clear: whoever won here would become World Champion.

Throughout the event, Louka displayed solid and committed riding, mixing technical lines with fearless charging. On the final day, conditions turned truly intimidating for the juniors, with powerful sets detonating on the shallow reef. Despite the heavy conditions, Louka managed to secure the two key waves he needed—a deep barrel followed by a massive rollo—earning scores that sealed his victory.

His final opponent, a talented local from the Canaries, pushed hard but was forced to withdraw after a brutal wipeout, leaving Louka to claim the win and the Junior World Title in dramatic fashion.

Just a week later, Louka continued his dream run by winning the 2025 French Championships in the Cadets division—and now, all eyes are on him as he sets his sights on the Open division, where he could complete an incredible double.

Congratulations Louka! A bright future lies ahead for this young champion, who has already proven he belongs among the world’s best.