Recent surf conditions have provided many days of large, rideable sets and multiple outlets that predict surf conditions forecast continuing surfable waves through at least Saturday.

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Brazilian surfer’s Olympic kickout – captured by Jerome Brouillet – from Teahupo’o, Tahiti earns sporting photography honor.

From world record paddles to tow-assisted giants, here are 10 of the biggest waves ever surfed at Jaws, Nazaré and Cortes ...