The Shaw and Partners World Ocean Series made its inaugural visit to the picturesque Swansea Belmont beach for the Shaw and Partners Swansea Belmont Classic and the first-ever RACE ONE WORLD YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIP, delivering an unforgettable weekend of surf sports.

Amid dramatic storms, $75,000 in prize money, and intense competition, the event showcased both triumphs and surprises. Swansea Belmont, a surf club steeped in history and pride, set the perfect stage for the weekend’s high-octane racing.

Open Ironwoman

In a nail-biting Ironwoman final, eight competitors entered the last leg with a real shot at victory. Ultimately, Shaw and Partners Brand Ambassador Georgia Fitzsimmons drew on her experience and determination to secure her first win of the season. Lizzie Welborn kept her title hopes alive with a strong second-place finish, while Jasmine Rayward achieved her career-best result in the series, catapulting herself into contention for the overall title.

• Georgia Fitzsimmons (Northcliffe)
• Lizzie Welborn (Newport)
• Jasmine Rayward (Burleigh)

Open Ironman

Ben Carberry rebounded spectacularly after a tough start to the season, using his ski leg to outpace the competition and claim victory in the Swansea Belmont Classic. The race was fiercely contested, with small waves creating dramatic shifts in the lead pack.

• Ben Carberry (Burleigh)
• Sean Reilly (Burleigh)
• Zac Morris (Northcliffe)

Race One World Youth Championship

The Race One World Youth Championship debuted on December 8 during the Shaw and Partners Swansea Belmont Classic, drawing over 310 young athletes. Shaw and Partners and Race One Surf Craft proudly supported this milestone event, empowering the next generation of surf sports stars.

U14 Ironman Results

• Billy McCarthy
• Finn Bourman
• Tyler Johnson

U14 Ironwoman Results

• Kyra Spence
• Ivy Mison
• Elke Rayward

A team of Shaw and Partners Brand Ambassadors, including Ali Day, Lana Rogers, Joe Collins, Georgia Miller, and Matt Bevilacqua, were on hand to inspire and mentor these future champions.

With its rich history, iconic green, yellow, and white caps, and a promising next generation, Swansea Belmont proved a fitting location for one of the season's most exciting weekends.

The Race One World Youth Championship was a resounding success, reaffirming Shaw and Partners' commitment to growing the sport and inspiring the athletes of tomorrow.