History of Caroline Marks in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 6, 2024

"Caroline Marks is a prominent figure in the world of professional surfing. As a World Surf League Women's World Tour Champion and Olympic gold medalist, she has achieved remarkable success at a young age. Her accomplishments include multiple national championships and the distinction of being the youngest woman to ever compete in a World Surf League event. Marks's exceptional talent and early achievements have solidified her place as a rising star in the sport."

February 14, 2002: Birth

Caroline Marks was born on February 14, 2002.

2018: World Surf League Rookie of the Year

Caroline Marks finished 7th in the World Surf League elite competition and was named Rookie of the Year in 2018.

April 2019: First WSL Event Title

Caroline Marks won her first WSL event title in April 2019 at the Boost Mobile Pro Gold Coast, defeating Carissa Moore in the finals.

December 2019: Second Place WSL Championship Tour

Caroline Marks finished second to Carissa Moore in the WSL Championship tour in December 2019, earning a spot on the 2020 Olympic team.

2019: Qualified for US Olympic Surfing Team

Caroline Marks qualified for the United States' first Olympic surfing team in 2019.

2020: Highest Score in Round Three of Olympic Competition

Caroline Marks achieved the highest score of all competitors in the third round of shortboard competition at the 2020 Olympics with a score of 15.33, advancing to the quarterfinals.

February 23, 2021: YouTube Channel Launch

Caroline Marks started her YouTube channel on February 23, 2021, featuring surfing videos, with the first video including Lakey Peterson.

August 2021: Youngest Surfer in the Olympics

Caroline Marks was the youngest surfer to qualify for the 2020 Summer Olympics, which were postponed to July and August 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.