Photograph, Jack Eden, Final Wave - 'Midget' Farrelly, 17/05/1964

Historical information

This stunning black and white photograph by Jack Eden shows Midget Farrelly doing a cutback on the final wave he rode during the 1964 World Titles at Manly Beach, Sydney, Australia.

Significance

Rare photograph of the last wave Farrelly rode during the final of the first World Surfing Titles at Manly Beach. Farrelly was declared the winner and surfing's first World Surfing Champion after this photograph was taken.

Physical description

Black and white photograph of 'Midget' Farrelly surfing in 1964 World Titles at Manly Beach, Sydney.

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