Drone video captures surfer’s close encounter with shark in Australia

Drone video captures surfer’s close encounter with shark in Australia
The shark near surfer Matt Wilkinson (Surf Life Saving NSW)

A great white shark circled to within inches of a pro surfer before darting away in a chilling encounter captured by a drone.

The 1.5 metre shark may have been deterred from attacking Matt Wilkinson by the unfamiliar touch of a leg rope on its snout or the overhead noise of the drone, officials said on Thursday.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited