Cronulla surf coach Blake Johnston is attempting to break the world record for longest surf, aiming to surf 500 waves in 40 hours.
Cronulla surf coach Blake Johnston is attempting to break the world record for longest surf, aiming to surf 500 waves in 40 hours. Mr Johnston is taking on this challenge in order to raise awareness for mental health and has raised more than $180,000 for youth mental health.
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