Italian surfer Giulia Manfrini tragically passed away after a swordfish incident while surfing near the Mentawai Islands in Indonesia. The 36-year-old suffered a fatal injury when the swordfish unexpectedly jumped towards her and pierced her chest. Despite efforts to save her, she ultimately succumbed to her injuries.
A colleague of Manfrini’s described the incident as a “freak accident” and paid tribute to her as the “lifeblood” of their company, AWAVE Travel. Manfrini was a former professional snowboarder with a passion for surfing that took her around the world in search of waves. Her love of travel and adventure was evident in her bio on the company’s website.
Manfrini’s death was a shock to the surfing and snowboarding community, with many expressing their condolences and sharing memories of her infectious smile and love for life. She was also remembered for her love of nature, as evidenced by her Instagram post from the Mentawai Islands where she marveled at a full-circle rainbow in the sky.
The surfing and snowboarding world mourns the loss of Giulia Manfrini, a talented and adventurous soul who left a lasting impact on those she met along her journey. Her spirit and passion for life will be deeply missed.
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