Surfing

Surfing legend Kelly Slater returns to Teahupo’o as a wildcard for the 2026 Outerknown Tahiti Pro after recovering from surgery.

The World Surf League has added Siargao’s famous Cloud 9 break to the 2026 Championship Tour schedule. See the updated calendar.

From elite competitors to first timers, see how Seas The Day Women’s Surf Festival is shaping the future of Australian surfing.

Dive into the unforgettable moments of the Gold Coast Pro with the WSL’s new 44-minute video, showcasing hometown surfing heroes.

Carissa Moore claims her 30th career CT win while Leonardo Fioravanti earns his maiden victory at the Surf City El Salvador Pro.

Surfing’s world title race heats up at the Surf City El Salvador Pro. Check out the rookies and veterans ready to surf Punta Roca.

Aussie surfer Morgan Cibilic proves he is back in elite form with a stunning runner-up finish at the Manu Bay break in Raglan.

Carissa Moore and Italo Ferreira take out victory at the Raglan point break in an action packed finals day for the New Zealand Pro

A wildlife attack halted the New Zealand Finals, earlier this morning with a WSL photographer hospitalised and now the event has resumed.

Get ready for the 2026 NRMA Insurance Seas The Day at Kingscliff Beach. The world’s largest female surfing event returns this June.

The Corona Cero New Zealand Pro concludes tomorrow. Find out which surfers are pushing for a finals finish in the clean Manu Bay waves.

The holding pattern continues at the Corona Cero New Zealand Pro. See the updated weekend forecast and upcoming Championship Tour matchups.

World Surf League makes history in New Zealand as the 2026 Championship Tour hits Raglan, Manu Bay for the first time, with homegrown wildcards ready to challenge the world’s best.

Stephanie Gilmore secures her seventh victory at Snapper Rocks, defeating Luana Silva in a thrilling 2026 Gold Coast Pro final.

Finals Day is on at the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro, with big matchups, packed crowds and pumping Snapper Rocks setting the stage for finals drama.

Gold Coast Pro finals day is set for a huge day at Snapper Rocks, with Stephanie Gilmore in the semis, a yellow alert issued, and a legends heat adding to the hype.

Bull shark sighting forces an abrupt halt at the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro, leaving Caitlin Simmers and Vahine Fierro to finish their heat tomorrow in a tense, high-stakes restart.

The 2026 Gold Coast Pro has officially been called ON at Snapper Rocks, with action commencing at 8:30 am. Check out our preview of the Round One matchups and Stephanie Gilmore’s return.

The 2026 Gold Coast Pro brings elite surfing back to Snapper Rocks. Get ready for tomorrow’s call and the return of the WSL CT

George Pittar secures his maiden CT win while Lakey Peterson claims her seventh at the 2026 Margaret River Pro to close out competition in the West.

The Margaret River Pro is back ON: Quarterfinals start at 8:05 a.m. AWST with Finals possible today. Crosby Colapinto faces Gabriel Medina, while Molly Picklum, Caitlin Simmers, and Carissa Moore chase glory.

Margaret River Pro On Hold: Yellow Alert issued with finals expected tomorrow

Stop two of the 2026 WSL Tour begins in Western Australia. Discover the key rivalries, opening match-ups, and massive swells.

Get ready for the 2026 Sessions Surf Festival on the Gold Coast. Enjoy live music, surf films, art, and the iconic Surf of Origin event.

Explore the exciting Round One matchups for the 2026 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, featuring returning champions and talented rookies.

The 2026 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach has been called off for its first two days due to poor swell, but exciting matchups await.

Discover the raw energy behind Molly Picklum’s 2025 World Title in the film Molly’s Way, Before she became the 2025 World Champion, Molly Picklum was a high-energy local from the Central Coast who simply swung at anything that moved

The historic 50th WSL Season Tour begins at Bells Beach, featuring an elite roster with a record 10 returning World Champions.

Isla Huppatz and Dane Henry claimed victory at the 2026 Gold Coast Open, continuing their undefeated streaks on home turf.

Day 2 of the 2026 Gold Coast Open at Burleigh delivered major upsets as the women hit the lineup and Gilmore returned.

Gold Coast Open Day 1 delivered clean Burleigh surf, big scores and upsets, with women’s action continuing today.

Gold Coast Open kicked off at Burleigh Heads today as a QS 4000, with 175-plus surfers chasing Challenger Series qualification.

Breitling joins the WSL as Official Timing Partner ahead of the 2026 Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro at Snapper Rocks.

CT icon Sally Fitzgibbons has officially secured her return to the 2026 Championship Tour after completing her Round of 32 heat at the Lexus Pipe Challenger.

Milla Coco Brown wins her fourth Pro Junior title while Lucas Hickson claims his first WSL victory at the Kim Burton Pro Junior at Merewether Beach.

Three-time world champion John John Florence withdraws from 2026 CT to continue family travels, with Ramzi Boukhiam awarded season wildcard.

Complete 2026 WSL Championship Tour schedule with all 12 stops, new format details, increased women’s field and revamped Pipe Masters finale.

The World Surf League has confirmed Jeffreys Bay, South Africa, will not feature on the 2026 Championship Tour schedule, with Raglan, New Zealand, taking its place as the tour’s newest destination. The announcement marks a significant shake-up to professional surfing’s premier competition, with the iconic South African right-hander removed from the calendar due to financial […]

Dane Henry wins WSL World Junior title in the Philippines, adding to ISA gold medals and becoming the fifth Australian man to claim the honour.

Burleigh Heads surfer Isla Huppatz claims the 2025 WSL World Junior Championship in the Philippines, defeating close friend Sierra Kerr in tense Final.

New festival brings Lime Cordiale, The Jungle Giants and more to Queen Elizabeth Park during May’s Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro.

Three-time World Champion John John Florence accepts the Season Wildcard. Discover why he left the Tour and what pulled him back for 2026

Eight-time World Champion Stephanie Gilmore has accepted the WSL CT Season Wildcard and will return to full-time competition in 2026

Graham ‘Sid’ Cassidy will be inducted into the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame. Find out how he shaped the sport of surfing.

Gabriela Bryan and Connor O’Leary win the 2025 Corona Cero Open J-Bay in flawless surf, securing crucial points ahead of the WSL Final 5 showdown

Molly Picklum and Cole Houshmand claimed victory at the VIVO Rio Pro, Stop No. 9 on the WSL Championship Tour, with standout performances in Brazil.

Sakura Johnson and Yago Dora soar to victory at Lower Trestles, each claiming major CT wins in flawless Finals Day conditions.

Francisca Veselko and Jacob Willcox claimed huge wins at the 2025 Newcastle SURFEST, opening the Challenger Series with standout performances

Jessi Miley-Dyer steps down as WSL Commissioner after 13 years, leaving behind a legacy of equality and leadership in professional surfing

The world’s best surfers return to Lower Trestles for the Lexus Trestles Pro 2025 as the WSL title race intensifies.

Solento Surf Festival arrives on the Gold Coast this weekend with eights days of surf, film, art and music

Gabriela Bryan and Jordy Smith clinched victory at the Margaret River Pro, strengthening their lead in the 2025 WSL Championship Tour

Surfing legend and 11-time World Champion Kelly Slater returns to the World Surf League as a Wildcard

The Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro is back ON with thrilling waves at Burleigh Heads.

The World Surf League shakes up its Championship Tour with major changes for 2026, marking the return of the legendary Pipe Masters.

World-class surfers have gathered at Burleigh Heads to celebrate the return of elite competition to the iconic Gold Coast point break. With the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro kicking off Tomorrow

Surf’s up at Burleigh Heads! The world’s best surfers return to Queensland for the Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro, May 3-13, 2025

Stephanie Gilmore returns as a wildcard at the Gold Coast Pro in Burleigh, marking her first CT event since 2023.

Isabella Nichols and Jack Robinson, claimed career-defining wins at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, Stop No. 5 of the WSL Championship Tour

Finals Day at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach is expected to kick off with thrilling action as top surfers compete for the Bells trophy.

Bells Beach came alive on ANZAC Day as Ethan Ewing and Jake Marshall delivered huge performances at the Rip Curl Pro, with action set to continue today.

The Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach 2025 is ON with the men’s Opening Round kicking off in challenging 4–6ft surf.

The Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach is on hold today due to small waves and strong winds. Officials will reassess conditions tomorrow morning.

Fans at Bells Beach enjoyed the Rip Curl Icons Heat with Mick Fanning, Stephanie Gilmore, and Mason Ho

Day One at Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach saw Gabriella Bryan dominate and local wildcard Ellie Harrison upset the field as clean surf kicked off the 2025 WSL CT event in style.

Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach has been called On, top CT surfers are in the water chasing critical points in the Aussie Treble.

North Shore Boardriders win the 2025 ABB Grand Final at Burleigh, securing national bragging rights in Australia’s premier club surfing competition.

Day 1 of The 2025 Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle Grand Final kicked off with action and intense competition at Burleigh Heads.

Gabriela Bryan and Jordy Smith emerged victorious at the 2025 Surf City El Salvador Pro, the fourth stop of the WSL Championship Tour

Finals Day matchups are locked in after a day of thrilling heats at Punta Roca, as the swell finally hit in full force for the Surf City El Salvador Pro.

The Hyundai ABB Grand Final returns to Burleigh Heads this weekend with 42 surf clubs competing for glory.

The 2025 Gold Coast Pro will now take place at Burleigh Heads due to sandbank issues at Snapper Rocks following ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

Janine Allis joins Surfing Australia’s Board, bringing decades of brand and leadership experience to the organisation.

Flotsam Festival 2025 returns to the Gold Coast with 14 days of surf, film, photography and culture from May 1–14.

Taylor Steele’s Solento Surf Festival is coming to Burleigh Heads, celebrating surf, film, music and art from 7–14 June.

Tatiana Weston-Webb, Olympic Silver Medallist and 2021 World Title runner-up, announces her withdrawal from the 2025 WSL Championship Tour to prioritize her well-being.

Punta Roca plays host to the 2025 Surf City El Salvador Pro, a key WSL stop before the Mid-season Cut and Australian leg.

Experience Seas The Day: The world’s biggest female surf participation event in Kingscliff, NSW, June 21-22. All skill levels welcome!

The Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle is postponed as extreme conditions loom. Stay tuned for new dates and official updates from Surfing Australia.

Caity Simmers & Italo Ferreira win the first-ever Surf Abu Dhabi Pro, claiming top spots in the WSL rankings

Sophie McCulloch and Morgan Cibilic take top honours at the 2025 Gold Coast Open, with standout performances at Burleigh Heads.

History in the making! The Surf Abu Dhabi Pro kicks off today, bringing WSL’s top surfers to the UAE’s high-tech wave pool.

The 2025 Gold Coast Open is back! Burleigh Heads hosts top WSL QS and LQS surfers in a thrilling three-day showdown.

Tyler Wright & Barron Mamiya win Lexus Pipe Pro 2025, making history at Pipeline. Read about their epic victories in the WSL season opener.

WSL Australia welcomes Stone & Wood as its official beer, with onsite bars and exclusive content collaborations.

Lexus partners with the WSL to bring the Lexus Surf LX, a concept SUV that redefines luxury for the surfing lifestyle

Son of surf icon Rabbit Bartholomew, Jaggar is facing a painful rare illness. The community is rallying to help

Jack Robinson and Kelly Slater lead the charge as former Pipeline event winners advance to the Round of 32 in the 2025 CT opener

World Champions Wright, Simmers, and Marks kick off the 2025 CT season with dominant performances at Pipeline

The 2025 Championship Tour kicks off at Pipeline for the Lexus Pipe Pro, with reigning champs and rookies ready to shine

Stephanie Gilmore extends her break from the CT into 2025, with Luana Silva stepping in as her replacemen

Luana Silva and Bronson Meydi claim historic wins at the WSL World Junior Championships 2024 in the Philippines

The iconic Gold Coast Open returns to Burleigh Heads in 2025 with elite surfing, live music, and more. Mark your calendars

Surfing star Laura Enever joins EVERAU as the new brand ambassador, bringing comfort, style, and surf culture togethe

Surfing legends and rising stars celebrated the best of the best the 2024 Australian Surfing Awards, showcasing the best in the surf community!

Layne Beachley AO to receive Surfing Australia Life Membership at 2024 Australian Surfing Awards.

Catch all the action with the WSL’s 2025 Championship Tour schedule! Discover where the world’s top surfers will compete in thrilling surf events across the globe.

The World Surf League brings Snapper Rocks back to the tour in 2025. Catch the action in May as pro surfers compete on Gold Coast’s famous waves

Join us in celebrating Luke Egan as he is set to be inducted into the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame, an honour recognising his impact on the surfing world,

At the 2024 Lexus WSL Finals, Caity Simmers makes history as the youngest World Champion, and John John Florence secures his third World Title. Read more about their triumph.

Riding the wave of success, the Seas The Day Women’s Surf Festival is a testament to women in surfing. Explore the highlights of this sensational event.

Caroline Marks and John John Florence clinch victories at Surf City El Salvador Pro. Read more about their impressive performances and shifts in world rankings

Catch the world’s top surfers at the Surf City El Salvador Pro, the 7th stop of the 2024 WSL Championship Tour. Get the event details here

Rookies and wildcards steal the show in the SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro Opening Rounds. Read more about the thrilling kickoff to the event

Victory for Palm Beach Currumbin State High School at the inaugural Australian Interschools Surfing Championships, showcasing the school’s talent on the waves

Get to know Australia’s best surfers ready to ride the waves at Paris 2024 Olympics. Learn about their impressive records and hopes for the Games

Legend Kelly Slater sets sights on Cloudbreak and Tahiti for epic farewell tour stops in Tahiti & Fiji

Snapper Rocks ignites as Stephanie Gilmore, Kelly Slater, Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson & Mark Occhilupo went head-to-head in an exhibition clash.

The Gold Coast’s iconic Snapper Rocks is set to return to the World Surf League Championship Tour 2025-2028

Gabriela Bryan and Jack Robinson win Margaret River Pro in Western Australia, the 5th stop on the World Surf League Championship Tour. This high-stakes event determined positions in the coveted back half of the 2024 CT season.

Win a VIP Gold Coast escape! Score surfing action at the Gold Coast Pro & party with Fisher at Out 2 Lunch Festival. Enter the WSL competition now!

Californian surfers steal the show at Bells Beach! Cole Houshmand and Caitlin Simmers claim historic victories at the Rip Curl Pro, shaking up the WSL Championship Tour

The first day of the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach kicked off yesterday in sensational style, with classic Bells conditions on offer, delivering clean four-to-six-foot surf for the completion of the men’s and women’s Opening Rounds

With the Rip Curl Pro on the horizon, Bells Beach is set to become the ultimate battleground for surfing’s finest, where adrenaline-pumping action and perfect waves collide across the easter break

Excitement is mounting as professional surfing makes its return to the iconic Burleigh Heads, with the much-anticipated 2024 Gold Coast Open set to kick off tomorrow

As Filipe Toledo takes a break, Boukhiam steps into the spotlight. Explore the implications of this shift in the 2024 CT lineup and its ripple effects in the surfing community

John John Florence’s mastery at Pipeline shines. His mental and physical readiness reflect in a stellar performance, inspiring surfers worldwide.

Brisa Hennessy’s stellar performance relegates Carissa Moore. Tatiana Weston-Webb faces challenge, reflecting on personal growth. Tension rises as veterans aim for redemption.

Australian surfers dominate the Lexus Pipe Pro opening rounds. Molly Picklum and Tyler Wright show skill and determination, setting the pace for an exciting championship ahead.

The Lexus Pipe Pro Presented by YETI, Stop No. 1 on the World Surf League (WSL) 2024 Championship Tour (CT), has been called back ON