Surfer Alo Slebir Claims Largest Wave Record

Alessandro 'Alo' Slebir, a 23-year-old surfer from Santa Cruz, California, may have set a new world record by riding an estimated 108-foot wave at Mavericks surf spot on December 23. This potential record surpasses the current record of 86 feet, held by Sebastian Steudtner since 2020. However, the height of Slebir's wave needs to undergo thorough verification by Guinness World Records, a process that previously took 18 months for Steudtner's record. While Slebir expressed that the exact height doesn't matter to him, the surfing community is buzzing with excitement about this possible achievement. Witnesses and experts, including Jeff Clark, have suggested that the wave was indeed in the 100-foot range, although caution is warranted until measurements are confirmed. In the meantime, Slebir is enjoying the thrill of his ride, regardless of its official status.