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Jordy Smith Honored at Surf Walk of Fame | Irvine News
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Jordy Smith, South Africa’s surfing legend, was crowned Surf Champion at the Surfing Walk of Fame, celebrating his 20-year pro career and gold-medal debut at Huntington Beach. Alongside him, Patti Paniccia, Mike Purpus, and artist Phil Roberts were honored for trailblazing women’s surfing, competitive grit, and cultural artistry. The ceremony spotlighted surfing’s evolution—from pioneers to pros—while Smith echoed the sport’s timeless pull, linking his South African roots to the California waves. Their legacies, forged in passion and ocean love, continue to shape surfing’s enduring spirit.
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