Buoys were flying, jellyfish were swarming, and the sprints were decided by toe hairs. Welcome to Episode 07: The Rip.

In this epic debrief of the 2025 Western Cape Surf Champs, we break down one of the most intense weekends in Lifesaving sport this season. From wild surf swims to running through our highlights from each club, tactical brilliance to utter carnage, this episode dives into our highlights and hopes for the future of Lifesaving Sport in 2026!

We’ve got chaotic surf stories, shoutouts to clubs bringing the vibes, and our picks for Rippers and Dippers of the week. Whether you missed it or you’re still posting Rescue Sport Series surf photos on your instagram — this one’s for you.

Let’s get into The Rip.