Jialeshuei, Taiwan – October 5, 2026: The Pingtung Jialeshuei APSS Asian Tour and Grom Patrol Taiwan wrapped up yesterday, crowning champions across the APSS Men’s and Women’s Open divisions, the APSS Longboard divisions, and the inaugural Grom Patrol Taiwan Under 18 and Under 16 Boys and Girls divisions.

The five-day event brought together surfers from across Taiwan, Japan, Thailand, Hawaii and other parts of Asia, with competitors facing challenging conditions throughout the competition. Most of the event was contested in waves of only 1–2 feet, considerably smaller than the 3–6 foot swell that Jialeshuei typically receives at this time of year.

Despite the small conditions, surfers adapted to the waves and produced strong performances, with local knowledge proving especially valuable.


Chen Sheng Yang takes double victory
Leading the way was Jialeshuei local 15-year-old Chen Sheng Yang, who claimed both the APSS Men’s Open title and the Grom Patrol Under 16 Boys title.

Chen had already made an impression in the Grom Patrol Boys divisions, winning the Under 16 and finishing runner-up in the Under 18 before going on to take the APSS Men’s Open title. His APSS victory earned him $1,500 in prize money, while his Grom Patrol Under 16 win secured a place in next August’s Grom Patrol Grand Final in Bali.

With the small waves making conditions particularly challenging, Chen said local knowledge and simply finding the right waves were key.

“I’m surprised to win, and I’m so happy. The ocean just gave me some waves and so I could win the heats,” said Chen modestly.

The Bali Grand Final will be his first Grom Patrol Grand Final.

“This is my first Grom Patrol experience so I’m really happy to win it. I’ve been to Bali a couple times, and my favorite thing in Bali is Nasi Campur. I’m really happy to go to Bali for the Grand Final next year.”


Miyasaka successfully defends women’s title
Japan’s Maiko Miyasaka once again proved her ability to perform at Jialeshuei, regardless of conditions, successfully defending the APSS Women’s Open title she won last year and taking home the $1,500 first-place prize.

Miyasaka, who comes from Hokkaido, has developed a strong connection with Jialeshuei and said the familiarity of the break has helped make it feel like a second home.

“I’m so happy to take the win again. This place is like my home break, so it really feels familiar to me. Definitely I’ll keep coming back.”