Heslop wins Cliff Diving opener after back surgery
Aidan Heslop made a successful return to the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series by winning the opening event in Bali. After missing the entire 2025 season due to a back injury, Heslop showcased his skills with a standout performance. His final dive earned him the highest score of the event, solidifying his comeback as a top competitor.
- ▪Aidan Heslop won the first event of the 2026 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series in Bali.
- ▪He missed the entire 2025 season due to a back injury and rehabilitation.
- ▪Heslop achieved the highest single-dive score of the event with a 5.9 degree of difficulty dive, scoring 141.60.
- ▪His combined score of 419.85 placed him ahead of competitors Jonathan Paredes and James Lichtenstein.
- ▪Heslop expressed immense joy and relief at his return to the sport after a challenging recovery.
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