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Bio

Tom “Whits” Whitaker’s father moved their family from England to Oz to raise his three sons to become the best Rugby players in Australia. He succeeded with Tom’s brother, Chris, who was a member of the Wallabies, the Australian national team that defeated France to win the Rugby World Cup. But something went wrong with Tom, who heeded the call of the sunny surf, and by age 13, he was entering (and winning) competitions around Sydney.

An all-around athlete, but especially masterful in the water, Whitaker spent three years on the ASP World Qualifying Series before making the World Tour in 2003. Boasting a style that features classic rail work as well as progressive fin-free maneuvers, Whitaker has proven he has the goods to dissect all conditions with beautiful precision.

One of the most pleasant athletes to work with, Whits is a dream of an ambassador – always smiling and constantly stoked. He’s a mentor to all the groms he surfs with, passing on a stellar work ethic and a sunny outlook on life.

Q & A

  1. Number of years participating in your sport

    20 years

  2. What is more important to you than surfing?

    Having a good time and family.

  3. Height

    5'11" (180 cm)

  4. Sponsors

    Oakley eyewear / clothing and Dahlberg surfboards

  5. Do you have any other special talents (music / write / draw / paint)?

    No, I'm one dimensional.

  6. Favorite Surfer

    Mark Occhilupo (Occy), Taylor Knox and Rod Kerr

  7. Years on the Foster ASP World Tour

    Whitaker first started on the Foster's ASP World Tour in 2003 making 2007 his fifth season on the Dream Tour

  8. Favorite Maneuvers

    Tight lines

  9. Years as a professional

    5 years

  10. Party animal or mellow TV on the couch?

    Party

  11. Favorite shades?

    Eyepatch, Gascan and the occasional Frogskin

  12. Favorite

    BANDS: ACDC, The Sounds, lil john CHICK: Kiera Knightly SURFER: Taylor knox FILM: TV SHOWS: Entourage DRINK: beer, g and t, mai Tai, Water

  13. Love?

    Smiles, uncrowded waves, family, my girl

  14. Hate?

    crowded surf, hasslers, thieves

  15. Goals?

    To win a damn CT and finish up the top

  16. Motivation?

    Good times.

  17. What is more important to you than surfing?

    Having fun

Tom Whitaker

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Smile, it ain't that bad!

Date of Birth:
October 4, 1979
Hometown:
Sydney, Australia
Sponsors:
Oakley, Rod Dahlberg Surfboards
Hobbies:
A very weird eye

Career Highlights

    • 2008: 1st, Drug Aware Pro – Margaret River
    • 2003: Qualifies for the ASP World Tour

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