A senior GB National Championships typically does not feature a 10-year-old, but skateboarding prodigy Jaxon Popovic is set to make his mark. Born in Australia and raised in England, now representing Wales, Jaxon will compete in Cornwall from July 9-12 with aspirations of becoming the British champion.

Unlike his peers, Jaxon will not be competing in age-grade categories but will face off against 26 of the UK’s top male skateboarders, including national champions and Olympic hopefuls, for a share of a £10,000 prize pot. His participation at such a young age is a remarkable achievement for someone still in primary school.

Jaxon’s impressive track record over the past six months includes:

• Winning at the Survival of the Sickest series in Hemel Hempstead
• Podium finishes in competitions held in Birmingham and Cornwall

I'm excited but also a bit nervous,

Residing in the small Pembrokeshire village of Solva and attending school in St Davids, Jaxon undertakes regular five-hour round trips to train at a skatepark in Cardiff. His passion for skateboarding ignited when he was just a child, having developed an affinity for the sport shortly after his first birthday.

Despite being ruled too young to compete in the Welsh Championships, Jaxon is now ready to showcase his skills among professional skaters in national events. His dedication and talent have already garnered attention, with fellow skaters often pausing to watch him in awe at local parks.