Real Newport Beach

On Sunday, May 29, Triathlete, Maria Korcsmaros went for a 1 1/2 mile open water training swim at Big Corona in Corona del Mar, CA.  She had done this swim many times before, as Corona del Mar had been her favorite training area.  Shortly into her swim, about 200 yards from shore, Maria was attacked by, what is now estimated to be, a 10 foot, male Great White shark.  With 2 quick bites, Maria suffered traumatic, life threatening injuries.  Here's Maria's account of what happened with her thoughts about her amazing good fortune that a Newport Beach lifeguard patrol boat was only 30 yards away.  It's a remarkable story of survival, outstanding first aid and trauma treatment and the indomitable spirit of an athlete who will not give up.