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Patrick Phillips, an American surfer, has died following tragic events at Teahupoʻo in Tahiti. He reportedly suffered a severe injury after striking the reef during a fall and later passed away in hospital. News of his death has been met with deep sadness across the surfing community, where he is being remembered as someone who shared a genuine love for the ocean and the challenge of heavy, world-class waves. Our thoughts are with his family and friends, as well as all those affected by this tragic event.
