Sydney swimmer Leah Stewart recounted a harrowing experience after punching a great white shark in the face to fend off an attack. Stewart described the encounter as feeling like “fighting a dinosaur,” emphasizing the sheer power of the animal. She said her blows felt ineffective, “like punching a brick wall,” highlighting the shark’s immense strength and resilience. The brave swimmer was able to ward off the shark, escaping with her life. Details surrounding the location and circumstances of the attack are emerging. Stewart’s account provides a rare and visceral perspective on a great white shark encounter and the desperate measures taken for survival. Authorities are investigating the incident and assessing the potential risk to swimmers in the area.