Shark Attack Delays Maui Pro Competition: Surfboard Looks Like ‘Jaws’ Movie Prop

The Maui Pro competition in Honolua Bay was suspended after a recreational surfer was attacked hours before the competition was set to take place.

The contest, which showcases the best female surfers, was supposed to mark the semifinals for the World Surf League (WSL).

However, following the attack of a 56-year-old man from Lahaina on Tuesday, the WSL and the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DNLR) Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation voluntarily suspended the event.

The Hawaii DLNR also shared photos of the surfer’s destroyed board, which appeared to look like a prop from a “Jaws” movie, TMZ noted.

The World Surf League shared a message on Twitter after the incident and revealed the competition would not take place until they felt it was safe to do so.

“There will be no competition at the Maui Pro today following a shark incident involving a recreational surfer this morning at Honolua Bay,” the post read.

“The WSL is working with authorities and our thoughts are with the victim of this incident. The Maui Pro is on hold until further notice.”

As of Wednesday, the victim’s condition is unclear. At the time of the shark attack, officials revealed the man was badly injured. He was initially treated on the shore and then rushed to the hospital, where doctors performed emergency surgery.

Following the attack, shark warning signs were placed on either side of Honolua Bay from DT Fleming Beach Park to Punalau Beach. The signs will remain in place until Maui County and state personnel can confirm there is no longer a shark presence.