Surfing

History Made at Margaret River Pro 2014

Some surfers say that Margaret River, host of ASP World Championship Tour shouldn't be on the list as this place doesn't have the best wave conditions comparing to other stops. This year, the conditions in this Australian location weren't looking any better. No waves, cloudy sky, numerous rounds had to be put on hold. When everybody thought this would be another dull day, the round 5 turned to be a great round indeed due to the famous area aptly called The Box. Organizers did an ace move and held the round right there at The Box, known for its heavy and powerful waves when conditions are met. Adrex.com shares with you some of the favorable impressions riders had surfing inside The Box.
14. 4. 2014

Jordy Smith (ZAF) and Miguel Pupo (BRA) became the first ever surfers to compete at The Box, with both taking heavy wipeouts while battling for a slot in the Quarterfinals. Smith logged the first score of significance, posting a 6.33 for a solid forehand tube. The South African followed up with a mid-range score shortly after and placed the heat out of reach for the Brazilian goofy-footer. Smith historic victory secures his place in the Quarterfinals where he will face Bede Durbidge.

Josh Kerr:

“The Box is actually a pretty easy wave. It’s a short intense wave and you have to take off behind it and be fully committed. Once you draw the right line it blows you straight through. I surf a reefbreak similar to this back home that’s short and intense and it’s my favorite kind of wave so it’s exciting to be at The Box. Just to surf a heat out there is so fun.”

Joel Parkinson:

“The Box is a fun wave to ride. It’s such a cool wave to surf a Heat on. I love that wave, everybody loves it. After surfing Main Break earlier today and then The Box it’s totally different. Kelly (Slater) and I have had enough match-ups in the past. The Quarterfinals will just be another one.”

11-time ASP World Champion Kelly Slater (USA), high-flying Brazilian Filipe Toledo and Tahitian Powerhouse Michel Bourez brought their distinct styles to the competition in Round 4. Toledo was first to score, locking in a 5.33 to take an early lead. Slater battled back however, securing a 5.60 score of his own. The seesaw battle continued with an answer from the Brazilian, but Slater's final score of a 6.33 solidified his win and a slot in the Quarterfinals. Bourez went on to secure his own Quarterfinal berth after defeating Adriano de Souza in Round 5. 

Kelly Slater

“I really felt totally relaxed out there and I didn’t care if I won or lost because we’re going to The Box”

Source: www.aspworldtour.com; all images are property of ASP

14. 4. 2014
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