Big Wave Awards

The Big Wave Awards recognize exceptional surfers who ride the largest, most powerful waves in the world, showcasing skill, courage, and mastery of extreme conditions. Organized by the World Surf League, the competition honors surfings’ most daring acts on waves often exceeding 30 feet, filmed and judged based on size, difficulty, and style. It celebrates both professional and talented amateur surfers pushing the limits of what’s possible on the ocean, highlighting the thrill and challenge of big-wave surfing.