Abu Dhabi's Largest Artificial Wave

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Surf Abu Dhabi facility

Sports Politika | Karim Zidan

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Abu Dhabi is betting big on surfing

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Chilean wingsuit flyer Sebastián Álvarez leaped from a helicopter at 12,000 feet with a modified surfboard strapped to his feet before landing on a six-foot wave in the world's largest artificial wave pool facility.

Surf Abu Dhabi was developed in partnership with the Kelly Slater Wave Company , founded by surfing legend Kelly Slater to create artificial wave technology.

Emirate has spent the past few years developing the world’s largest artificial.

wave pool.

The World Surf League has been criticized for partnering with countries accused of human rights violations.

The WSL has shown little hesitation in collaborating with controversial governments to further its goals.

Abu Dhabi has also added an Abu Dhabi stop to its marquee Championship Tour in 2025 .

The UAE capital's broader strategy is to diversify its economy, reducing its heavy reliance on oil revenues.

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