November 19, 1991 // Sao Paula, Brazil
Synopsis: Having just missed qualifying for the Oakley Global Challenge in Brazil, Miguel Pupo hopped a flight to France where he won the event, beating local Marc Lacomare in the Final. His win secured him a slot in the Oakley Global Challenge Final in Bali, and his place finish there indicated that the trip was worth it.
Variables: A Brazilian contest kid, Miguel will need to get his act in front of the cameras in the coming year.
Forecast: He kicked off 2009 with two solid results in Australia, proving that as far as contest go, Miguel is set to become a dominant force.