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WSL event in New Zealand put on hold after Australian photographer bitten by ‘shark or a sea lion’
Semi-final interrupted after ‘code red’ activated for first time
TL;DR
- The World Surf League event in New Zealand was halted on finals day due to a photographer being bitten by a sea creature.
- Photographer Ed Sloane sustained minor injuries, including puncture wounds to his ankle.
- The competition was stopped shortly after it began, and the 'code red' was activated for the first time.
- It is uncertain whether the creature responsible was a shark or a sea lion.
- Competitors were removed from the water via jet skis, and the event organizers prioritized safety.