A single moment in 2015 changed Australian surf pro Owen Wright's life forever. He went from fighting for the world surfing championship, to a fight for his very life.

Considered Australian surfing royalty, his rise to becoming a global surfing pro is a dream come true itself. Yet, at the very event that could have cemented his name is the sport forever, a horrific accident left him instead with traumatic brain injuries. Owen’s greatest challenge had just begun. Recovering from the accident that took away more than his career, but his ability to walk, talk and surf.

Against the Water is a personal recounting of his rise, fall and heroic comeback to Olympic medallist and surfing legend. Told in an intimate style, Against the Water is a story of resilience in the face of adversity. Packed with stories from Owen’s upbringing and career, it’s much more than a story about surfing.

Owen will be in conversation with Gold Coast surf writer and author Tim Baker. Places to this exclusive event will fill quick so be sure to book now!