Italian surfer Giuliana Manfrini (36) died this month after a bizarre accident in which she was stabbed in the heart by a swordfish off the coast of Indonesia.
According to the Daily Mail, Manfrini was surfing near the island of Pulau Masukot, located off West Sumatra, when the fish jumped out of the water and plunged its sword five centimeters into his chest, according to reports. eyewitnesses.
His colleagues, Massimo Ferro and Alexandre Ribas, gave him first aid immediately after the accident and were transported to a local medical clinic, but unfortunately were unable to save his life.
Italian surfer Giuliana Manfrini
His professional career
Manfrini was an expert in surf and snowboard travel and co-founded Awave Travel. She has also worked as a surf and snowboard coach and also has a law degree.
Italian surfer Giuliana Manfrini
Eulogy by friends
Indonesia’s Naa Laut Mentawai Blue expressed sadness over Manfrini’s passing after news of his death spread, writing on social media: “With a very heavy heart, rest in peace our beautiful, friendly, smiling and happy friend Giulia Manfrini, who had a deep affection for her. love and boundless enthusiasm for life!
Italian surfer Giuliana Manfrini
