In the race for the title the dark horse has fallen by the wayside. Mick Fanning, who was a longshot for the crown and had to win the contest, failed to advance out of his Round 3 heat against Shane Dorian. Meanwhile, Parko and Slater have kept the vibe alive both progressing out of Rd 3 and Parko also winning his Rd 4 heat meaning he jumps straight to the Quarters.

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Photos by ASP/Cestari, Dunbar, Kirstin.