These ladies from Sabah are making waves via their Sabah Surfer Girls club

By SHEELA CHANDRAN

The Sabah Surfer Girls are making waves by breaking barriers and providing a platform for female surfers to shine in a traditionally male-dominated sport. Photo: Vui Kun Photography

While many people turn to yoga or massages to unwind, lawyer Benazir Japiril Bandaran has found a rather uncommon way to do so – by surfing.

The Kota Kinabalu-based lawyer looks forward to the thrilling sport to relax after a hectic week in the office, finding solace in riding the waves along the picturesque beaches of Sabah.

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