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2nd place Adventure Photographer of the Year

Gergo Rugli Sydney, Australia

33°54'12.3"S 151°16'05.8"E

"This afternoon was one that I am never going to forget," says Rugli. "A big swell reached Sydney’s coastline with some waves reaching over 10 feet in height. Very few surfers had the courage to fight with these monsters. It was just before sunset, and the sky was covered with clouds. I didn’t expect any colours, but just before the sun reached the horizon, a gap opened up, and the setting sun painted the whole sky with mysterious red light. I wanted to create a dreamy feeling and started to shoot with a slow shutter speed to capture the unique scene."

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Ocean Adventure Photographer of the Year 2023, GR

Gergo Rugli Hungary

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  • Taken from the shore
  • Stormy conditions
  • Big swell
  • Rare conditions - once every couple of years

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