A professional surfer based in New Smyrna Beach, Michael Dunphy.

Michael Dunphy is a professional surfer on the World Surf League Challenger Series Tour.

Michael Dunphy is a seasoned surfer and adventurer, hails from Virginia Beach, where he navigated the inconsistent waves of his youth before eventually finding his stride in the waters of Florida.
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Despite triumphs on the waves, Dunphy has also faced unexpected challenges, such as a harrowing encounter at an Indonesian airport where false accusations of drug possession led to a humiliating search.
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Dunphy’s victories, including a hometown triumph in Virginia Beach and a recent win at the Cold Water Classic, fuel his motivation.

Michael shared about:

• Michael talks about growing up surfing in Virginia Beach, where waves were inconsistent, and eventually moving to Florida.
• He encounter with sharks, the behavior of sharks, including breaching, with references to shark documentaries and experts specializing in shark behavior.
• His career highlights, including winning a hometown competition in Virginia Beach despite mixed feelings about competitive surfing.