Surf community rocked by Derek Hynd's 'sexual tension' text to writer

Surf community rocked by Derek Hynd's 'sexual tension' text to writer

Derek Hynd, 69, called for accountability in surfing after women spoke out. Then a writer half his age revealed the message that has left the community divided.

Surfer Derek Hynd’s ‘Sexual Tension’ Text Shocks Surf World

NewsFinale NewsFinale Journal Derek Hynd, a former professional surfer who has publicly demanded greater accountability over the treatment of women in the sport, is facing criticism over a flirtatious message he allegedly sent to a woman less than half his age. The 69-year-old surf writer and former world No. 7 reportedly delivered an impassioned address at a Byron […]