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Australia Mick Fanning is an Australian professional surfer, three-time World Champion, and a highly regarded athlete known for his resilience and career longevity.
Mick Fanning partnered with Palm Valley Gold Coast, unveiling plans for the Gold Coast's first surf park, which will be powered by Endless Surf technology.
Mick Fanning and Wade Tokoro enhanced their long-standing relationship by signing an agreement to work together on board design and development.
REEF announced the signing of Mick Fanning for another decade of partnership, continuing his role as a longtime brand fan and advocate.
Rip Curl showed confidence in 'Brand Fanning' by signing him to a multi-million-dollar 10-year deal in 2019.
Mastercard partnered with Mick Fanning and Tourism Fiji to launch a 'Priceless Experience' for surf lovers, offering a bucket list opportunity for cardholders.
Mick Fanning and Red Bull parted ways after 23 years together, marking the end of one of the longest and most symbiotic partnerships in surf history. (Partnership Ended)
Mick Fanning partnered with Airbnb and Surf Life Saving to promote water safety, hosting an exclusive event with the Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club.
Mick Fanning is an ambassador for YETI, highlighted on their website for his two decades of chasing waves and surviving a shark attack.
Mick Fanning is sponsored by Creatures of Leisure Accessories.
Mick Fanning is sponsored by Dragon Eyewear.
Mick Fanning is sponsored by Zen Nutrition.
Mick Fanning is sponsored by Skullcandy.
Mick Fanning is sponsored by Audi.
Mick Fanning is sponsored by FCS traction and fins.
In 2019, Fanning invested in Scratch, an Australian dog food company, focusing on animal health.
Michael Eugene Fanning was born on June 13, 1981, in Penrith, New South Wales, Australia, to Irish parents. He began surfing at age three and developed his skills after his family relocated to Tweed Heads when he was twelve. Growing up alongside fellow professional surfer Joel Parkinson in the Gold Coast/Northern Rivers region, Fanning quickly distinguished himself, placing in the top three at the Australian National Titles in 1996. Tragically, in 1998, his older brother Sean died in a car accident. Overcoming personal adversity, Fanning’s professional surfing career began to flourish, leading him to become a prominent figure in the sport.
Fanning secured a wild card entry and won the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach in 2001, a significant Australian contest. This victory, combined with his win at the Billabong Pro at Jeffrey’s Bay, led to him finishing 2002 as the ASP World Tour Rookie of the Year and World Qualifying Series Champion, officially joining the ASP World Tour. He faced a serious setback in 2004 with a hamstring tear, but successfully recovered and returned to top-level competition. Fanning achieved his first ASP World Title in 2007, followed by additional titles in 2009 and 2013, solidifying his status as a dominant force in surfing. His career is marked by 22 Championship Tour event wins and 11 Top 5 finishes.
Beyond his competitive achievements, Fanning gained international attention in 2015 when he survived a shark attack during the J-Bay Open finals in South Africa, an incident broadcast live on television. Despite this traumatic event and the loss of his brother Peter later that year, Fanning demonstrated remarkable resilience, continuing to compete and achieve strong results, including a victory at the Hurley Pro at Trestles Beach and finishing second in the world rankings that same year. In 2017, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for his distinguished service to surfing and charitable work. Fanning retired from full-time competition in 2018 at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, concluding a career that left a lasting impact on the sport and inspired many with his courage and determination.
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