
Taj Lindblad to Compete with Sister Sawyer at Trestles Pro
Taj Lindblad, a 23-year-old surfer from San Clemente, is set to make his Championship Tour debut next month at the Trestles Pro as a wildcard. He will compete alongside his sister, Sawyer Lindblad, who is ranked third on the women’s tour.
His sister announced the news on social media, expressing excitement about the opportunity to surf together at their home break. Taj has had a strong start to the 2026 season, winning two Qualifying Series events and currently ranking fifth on the Challenger Series.
This event marks the first time siblings have competed simultaneously on the men’s and women’s CT since Owen and Tyler Wright in 2023. Taj has experience competing at Lower Trestles, having previously participated in USA Surfing events.