From 11–20 July 2025, Jeffreys Bay’s legendary Supertubes plays host once again to the Corona Cero Open J‑Bay, the penultimate stop (No. 10) of the World Surf League Championship Tour Known globally as one of the finest right-hand point breaks, J‑Bay delivered another unforgettable ten‑day surf festival.

Why Jeffreys Bay Matters

Nestled in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, Jeffreys Bay is celebrated for its long, barreling rides—spanning famed sections like Supertubes, Boneyards, Impossibles, and Albatross. The town’s chilled surf culture and consistent offshore trade winds make it a cornerstone of pro surfing

Festival Vibes & Event Experience

Beyond elite competition, the J‑Bay Surf Fest offered a curated experience of live music, beach sports (including volleyball and mountain biking), comedy, film, martial arts, and local food markets—a full 360° festival atmosphere surrounding the surf action.

On the Water: 2025 Highlights

• Connor O’Leary of Japan stunned the surf world by clinching his first-ever CT victory at J‑Bay, landing the event’s only perfect 10-point ride in the semifinals and defeating world No. 1 Yago Dora in the final with a winning two‑wave score of 15.67 vs 14.23 

• In the women’s final, Gabriela Bryan of Hawaii edged out Australian world No. 1 Molly Picklum with a combined score of 13.60 over Picklum’s 13.34, claiming her latest CT title 

The Battlegrounds of Supertubes

With reliable SW to W swells and usually offshore conditions, Supertubes creates fast, hollow rides stretching up to a kilometre—and framed by the energy of thousands of cheering fans on the beach 

Local Against Global: Notable Matchups

South African standout Jordy Smith, riding high after two CT wins and entering with the Yellow Jersey, was eliminated earlier than expected—underscoring the fierce international field and high stakes as competitors vie for a spot in the Final 5 for the Lexus WSL Finals in Fiji