Retired surfer Mick Fanning speaks candidly in GQ Style profile and photoshoot

NEWLY retired surfer Mick Fanning has opened up and revealed all in a new portrait of life at the peak of the surfing world tour and what kept him grounded.

RETIRED pro surfer Mick Fanning has opened up in a revealing interview and photoshoot with GQ Style.

The three-time world champion Tweed resident known as ‘White Lightning’ spoke to the high-end fashion men’s style magazine and revealed the 10 commandments which shaped his surfing career.

Fanning on the Beach. Picture: Buzz White for GQ Australia

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These principles include doing what you have, making a safe place and respecting the planet.

“Home should be a place where you feel at peace with yourself and can recharge,” he said.

“Even though surfing is my job it’s something I do to grow and learn. The ocean is my natural healing space and I’d be lost without it’

Fanning speaks candidly about his life and career. Picture: Buzz White for GQ Australia

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Fanning says Australia is ‘Heaven on Earth and insists finding soulmate is essential and singles out his beloved dog Harper.

“Harper is my shadow, my security blanket, my little princess,” he said.

“I love seeing the different cultures of the world and how people adapt to their environment. Going on adventures is a must for character building”

The issue went on sale yesterday.