Last Saturday, on the 100th anniversary of ANZAC Day (definitely one of the most emotive days in the Australian calendar), Maroubra Beach also hosted ‘King Of The Bra’, an event designed to crown the best surfer in Maroubra.
The day commenced with an Anzac respect paddle out & surfers’ circle formed for memorial, followed by a traditional welcome to country Aboriginal blessing of Maroubra and the event.
The Sydney suburb, which has produced generations of renowned pro surfing talent (and continues to do so) turned up & represented including the likes of Koby Abberton, Mark Mathews, Blake Thornton, Richie Vas, Monty Tait, Maxie McGuigan, Paul Moffat, and Jake Scott to name a few.
Birds came to spectate.
And better birds.
Rabbitohs supporters. (Pride of the League. The Premiers).
It was held in 3ft surf & perfect weather.
The competitors put on a spectacular show before an appreciative crowd. Here’s the video wrapup, some more choice pics below:
The comp was eventually won by Blake Thornton (former ASP top 44 surfer) beating Mark Mathews in the final.
The King… Blake Thornton
Particularly nice touch – the s-bend at the top of the golden board.
