Gaciel's work paid off in June, when he won the under-12 competition in Baja California, where Luis Rey, his cousin, also triumphed. ACAPULCO (MEXICO) - Luis Rey Hernandez feels safe and happy when he's on his surfboard, riding waves off the shores of Acapulco. Luis Rey, a rising star who became national champion in the under-18 category in June and is known as "The King," has heard shootouts. Luis Rey finished second in the junior category behind Oaxaca state's Jhony Corzo at the competition. But the veteran surfer said the crime wave "affects surfing because violence is unfortunately attracting every youth."

Source: Bangkok Post August 07, 2016 05:48 UTC