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British Surfer Laura Crane Eyes World Record Wave

12/19/2025

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Laura Crane, a 30-year-old surfer from Devon, awaits confirmation of a possible world record after believing she rode a wave larger than the current 73.5 feet, to inspire future surfers.
The ride occurred at the Nazaré Big Wave Challenge in Portugal, where a technical issue paused the event.
The pause let Crane surf alone.
Crane is the first British woman to surf Nazaré.

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Story summary

Laura Crane, a 30-year-old surfer from Devon, awaits confirmation of a possible world record after believing she rode a wave larger than the current 73.5 feet, to inspire future surfers.
The ride occurred at the Nazaré Big Wave Challenge in Portugal, where a technical issue paused the event.
The pause let Crane surf alone.
Crane is the first British woman to surf Nazaré.