Adriano de Souza

Adriano "Mineirinho" de Souza (born February 13, 1987) is a Brazilian professional surfer and also the 2015 WSL World Champion. He has been competing on the World Surf League Men's World Tour since 2005.

Adriano de Souza
de Souza in 2009
Personal information
Born (1987-02-13) February 13, 1987
Sao Paulo, Brazil
ResidenceFlorianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil
Height5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
Weight137 lb (62 kg)
Surfing career
Best year1st: 2015 - WSL World Champion
Career earnings$2,073,400
SponsorsHD, Red Bull, Oakley, Oi, G-Shock, Mitsubishi do Brasil, FCS fins, Banana Wax, JBL, Mini Kalzone, Nossolar.
Major achievements
  • 2015 World Champion
  • 2003 World Junior Champion
  • 2005 World Qualifying Series Champion
  • WSL Championship Tour event wins: 7
Surfing specifications
StanceRegular (natural foot)
Shaper(s)Al Merrick (Channel Island Surfboards)
Quiver5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) × 17+78 in (450 mm) × 2+18 in (54 mm)
Favorite wavesRiozinho
Favorite maneuversBoosting airs
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