Kai McKenzie
AustraliasurferMale9.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Kai McKenzie is a surfer who gained attention after surviving a shark attack in July, during which he lost his right leg but managed to fight off the shark and ride a wave to safety. Since the incident, he has been an inspiration to many, returning to the water with a prosthetic leg and demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity.
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Kai McKenzie is a shark attack survivor who reached out to Andre de Ruyter and his family after the incident.
The recovery of Manly shark attack survivor Andre de RuyterThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2026-06-19
Australia· 2026-06-19
Kai McKenzie lost his right leg in a shark attack but has returned to the water.
Survivor Dave Pearson returns to the water after Swiss couple attackedThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2025-11-28
Australia· 2025-11-28
