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Australian watch brand Maxum, keeping time since 1999, joins the Shaw and Partners World Ocean Series as Official Timewear Partner, with giveaways at events all summer long and 30% off...
Sprint finishes, launched skis and an Ironwoman final for the ages. Every podium from the Shaw and Partners Bonny Hills 7,000.
The world's biggest surf sports stars descend on Rainbow Beach, Bonny Hills, from 30 October to 1 November for three days of elite racing and the Race One World Youth...
Stop 6 of the Shaw and Partners World Ocean Series brings the first 7,000-pointer of the season, and nowhere to hide.
1000's of athletes. $500,000 Prize pool. Live Broadcast
18 World Series events. 1 Champion.
The Shaw and Partners World Ocean Series unites surf athletes from around the world in a celebration of ocean sport, endurance, and community.
Hosted across some of the world’s most iconic coastlines, each event showcases the best of board, ski, swim, and Iron racing — testing the speed, skill, and stamina of competitors across a variety of surf conditions.
More than just a race, the Series connects clubs, athletes, and supporters internationally through a shared passion for the ocean — celebrating teamwork, resilience, and the global surf culture that brings us all together.
The 2026/27 series includes 18 Open events and three dedicated youth events. Competitive athletes can find racing categories, membership requirements and series points information on the Series Information page. The community-participation programme includes 2km Ocean Swims, beginning at Burleigh Heads. Supporters can follow race news and watch Shaw and Partners World Ocean Series broadcasts on YouTube.
Watch published videos and streams on the official Shaw and Partners World Ocean Series YouTube channel.
The 2026/27 season-launch announcement identifies Wanda, Bonny Hills, Hayden Kenny Classic, Glenelg Sprint Challenge, Manly Surf Open, Maroochydore Classic and the Shannon Eckstein Ironman Classic / Grand Final as broadcast events. Check the relevant event page and official channel for published broadcast updates.
Shaw and Partners Financial Services, whose commitment to community, endurance, and excellence mirrors the spirit of the ocean.
Together, we’re building pathways for athletes and strengthening the future of surf sport across Australia.
"The Shaw and Partners World Ocean Series was created to connect — to bring together athletes, clubs, and communities who share a passion for the ocean.
It’s about more than racing. It’s about celebrating the people who make this sport what it is — the volunteers, officials, and families who show up, rain or shine, and the next generation who are inspired by them.
Every event is a reminder of what makes our surf community so special — the challenge, the camaraderie, and the simple joy of being in the ocean.”
— Trent Goulding, Founder & Series Director
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