Eight-time world champion Steph Gilmore has decided to return to the WSL tour after two years away from the sport. She spent the time starting businesses with friends, playing a lot of guitar and even became a Barbie doll. What did she learn from her time away from surfing and how is she approaching her comeback?

Featured: Steph Gilmore, eight-time world champion surfer. 

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