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Great White Shark Crashes Tuna Tournament
26 Sep
Summary
- A 590-pound bluefin tuna was caught on the first day of the tournament.
- A great white shark estimated at 15 feet long appeared and attacked a tuna.
- The shark circled the boat and bit the swim platform, causing the team to leave.
During the Halifax Nova Scotia International Tuna Tournament, a group of friends had an unexpected encounter with a large great white shark. On their second day of fishing, the team hooked a bluefin tuna, but their catch was soon targeted by a shark estimated to be around 15 feet long. The shark's aggressive approach, which included biting the tuna and circling the vessel, caused concern among the anglers.
The team observed significant blood in the water before the shark revealed itself, nearly half the size of their boat. The encounter was filmed and shared, drawing attention from fellow competitors. After the great white bit the swim platform, the team decided to release the tuna and return to shore, prioritizing their safety and the integrity of their boat. The incident concluded their tournament experience, which was initially planned as a fundraiser for the IWK foundation.
