“So Many People Going Through Hard, Gnarly Things”: Shark Attack Survivor Bethany Hamilton Talked Inspiring Millions Just Before Super Surfing Event

Surfing is a sport that requires a lot of skills as it has a lot of risks. Conquering the waves of the ocean isn’t easy, but Bethany Hamilton has set an example for generations to come. She is a professional American surfer who survived a shark attack in 2003. She lost her left arm in the shark attack, but it wasn’t enough to break her will. Despite the loss, she has managed to become one of the most influential surfers in the world.

Just before the Vans Pipe Masters event, Bethany Hamilton shares her story about how she has influenced a lot of people. She is also glad to know that a lot of young girls who are into surfing look to her as a motivational source.

Bethany Hamilton’s views regarding the event

The most renowned surfing event in the world is returning on December 8. In the two-week-long event, Bethany Hamilton will also be participating, as she has been waiting for this for a long time.

“Oh dang, my goal for this event is to win,” She said and continued, “There’s so many people going through such hard gnarly things in their life and like I’m like that ray of sunshine or hope that they can overcome it.” She is glad to know that a lot of people are taking inspiration from her. She also knows that a lot of people are going through a lot of things, and that’s normal. Bethany just wants them to overcome every problem they are facing in their lives. 

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She added, “I also really cherish being like an encouragement for your teenage girls in particular and so that’s like a really beautiful gift at the same time.” She loves the fact that a lot of teenage girls see her as an inspirational model. Despite everything she has been through, the results she has received simply melt her heart. 

Even the GOAT admires her skills

Kelly Slater, who is also known as the “GOAT” of surfing, once admired Bethany Hamilton’s skills. He was astounded to see that she could outperform the average surfer with just one arm.

According to Slater, the athletic feature she has is unique and is not found in any other surfers out there. Even though she can’t grab the rail, it still confused the GOAT. It looks like the GOAT became a fan of hers in no time. She continues her journey on the waves of the ocean and is still inspiring a lot of people.

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