Chris Davidson (surfer)
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Born1 January 1978
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Died24 September 2022 (aged 44)
Kempsey, New South Wales, Australia
OccupationSurfer
Chris Davidson | |
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Davidson in Imbituba, Brazil - July 2009 | |
| Born | 1 January 1978 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Died | 24 September 2022 (aged 44) Kempsey, New South Wales, Australia |
| Occupation | Surfer |
Chris Davidson (1 January 1978 – 24 September 2022) was an Australian professional surfer.
Davidson grew up in North Narrabeen on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.[1]
Davidson's early career faltered due to injuries, family problems and drugs.[2] In the late 2000s, he turned his career around and won several tournaments.[3][4]
Davidson competed on the Men's Championship Tour in 2010 and 2011. His best result was third behind Kelly Slater at the 2010 Rip Curl Pro Portugal;[5] he was ranked 14th overall on the 2010 world tour.[6]