Sierra Kerr and Jake Marshall win Lexus U.S. Open of Surfing titles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 5:13 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Sierra Kerr and Jake Marshall captured emotional victories at the 2026 Lexus U.S. Open of Surfing, held in Huntington Beach, California, on August 2. Marshall defeated Kanoa Igarashi in a competitive men's final, securing his first major title. Kerr, meanwhile, overcame Isla Huppatz to reclaim the championship, marking a significant comeback after battling Lyme disease. The event witnessed challenging conditions as Hurricane Genevieve brought impressive waves, contributing to what many are calling one of the best editions in the history of the competition. Both winners expressed their gratitude for the support from family and friends who witnessed their triumphs.
- •Kerr and Marshall won at Huntington Beach on August 2, 2026.
- •Marshall's win was his first in the WSL and he posted an eight-point ride.
- •Kerr returned to the top after a battle with Lyme disease.
- •The event was affected by Hurricane Genevieve, providing ideal surfing conditions.
- •Avalon Gall and Tommy Coleman also claimed victories in longboard events.
- 5:13 AMYahoo Sports — Marshall, Kerr claim emotional victories at 2026 Lexus U.S. Open of Surfing
"The 2026 edition of the U.S. Open of Surfing may go down as the best of all-time, which spans back to 1959. Stop No. 2 of the 2026-27 World Surf League (WSL) Challenger Series provided everything the Pacific Ocean could throw at the world’s top contenders and elite long boarders.
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