There wasn't much to report on from day one of the Quiksilver Pro France. All the usual events happened: Slater won his heat, Mick gave a clinical display, and Dane Reynolds in his first WT for a while gave a classically awkward beach interview with the buxom Rosy Hodge. As expected a lot of barrels got ridden, here's the best of 'em. And if press releases are your bag click here.

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