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Pro surfer survives shark attack in South Africa

ESPN.com | July 19, 2015

Related Topics: Mick Fanning, Association of Surfing Professionals, South Africa, Jet Ski, Jeffreys Bay

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Mick Fanning on shark attack

Surfer Mick Fanning discusses the shark attack he experienced during the World Surf League's J-Bay Open.

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Three-time world surfing champion Mick Fanning was attacked by a shark Sunday during a competition off the coast of South Africa but escaped unharmed.

The World Surf League canceled the J-Bay Open shortly after the attack, saying in a statement that "the safety of our athletes is a priority.

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