Laura Crane, a 30-year-old surfer from Devon, is believed to have achieved a significant milestone in women’s big wave surfing, potentially setting a new world record. Crane faced her fears to ride what is being described as a colossal wave, the exact dimensions of which are still being verified but are expected to surpass previous records for a female surfer. The courageous feat was undertaken with the aim of pushing the boundaries of the sport and inspiring other women to pursue challenging waves. Her attempt underscores the growing participation and skill level of female athletes in extreme sports like big wave surfing.


