Tyler Wright

At just 30 years old, with two World Titles under her belt, Tyler Wright has built a remarkable career as one of the most accomplished and resilient surfers in the world. She recently made history as the first woman to win the Pipe Pro in Hawaii for a second time and had the honour of representing Australia at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, further solidifying her place at the top of the surfing world.  

Born into the iconic Wright surfing family, Tyler’s connection to the ocean runs deep. As the daughter of renowned surfer Rob Wright and sister to Owen and Mikey she grew up immersed in the world of competitive surfing. Her journey to greatness began early, winning the 2008 Layne Beachley Classic at just 14, making her the youngest athlete ever to claim victory in a senior World Tour event. 

Tyler’s dominance on the world stage became undeniable when she secured back-to-back World Surf League (WSL) Women’s World Championship titles in 2016 and 2017, establishing herself among the elite of women’s surfing. She made history once again in 2020, becoming the first woman to win the WSL event at Banzai Pipeline in Hawaii. Four years later, in 2024, Tyler had the honour of representing her country at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games further cementing her legacy. 

Tyler’s career, however, has not been without challenges. In 2018, a severe illness from a rare strain of influenza led to a battle with chronic fatigue syndrome, forcing her to step away from competition for much of the 2019 season. Against all odds, she made a triumphant return in 2020, proving her resilience with an impressive comeback. In 2022, she faced another major setback after sustaining a brain injury during a training session, suffering a concussion that required months of rehabilitation. With the support of medical professionals and sheer determination, she once again fought her way back to the top. 

Beyond her achievements in the water, Tyler is an advocate for mental health awareness and LGBTQ+ rights within surfing. She has openly shared her personal struggles, striving to break down barriers and foster open conversations in a sport often seen as tough and unrelenting. A vocal supporter of the LGBTQ+ community, Tyler recently partnered with Rising Tides to teach girls from underprivileged backgrounds how to surf, aiming to create positive awareness around the conversational leg of the 2025 WSL competition in Abu Dhabi, UAE. 

Tyler Wright’s legacy extends far beyond her titles and historic performances. She has recently renewed her multi-million-dollar partnership with Rip Curl as well as her ambassador role with Powerade. Boasting over 226k followers on Instagram, Tyler is a trailblazer, a fighter, and an inspiration. She continues to push boundaries for women in surfing while using her platform to create meaningful change.