Stephanie Gilmore wins eighth world surfing title, eclipsing Layne Beachley for most women’s championships

Australian Stephanie Gilmore has won her eighth world surfing title, making her the most successful women’s champion in history.

She had been tied with fellow Aussie Layne Beachley on seven titles, but after beating Hawaiian Carissa Moore in both heats of their title match, Gilmore stands alone at the top of the pile.

Moore was the reigning champion from 2021 and 2019 (the 2020 championship was cancelled due to COVID-19), with Gilmore’s previous title coming in 2018.

Gilmore won her first crown in 2008, taking over directly from the end of Beachley’s era, and she won four in a row through 2010.

She traded championships with Moore, wining in 2012 and 2014, before adding 2018’s title and now 2022’s.

More to come.