2016 TAG Heuer Wipeout of the Year Nominee: Niccolo Porcella at Teahupo'o

Niccolo Porcella goes over the handlebars at Teahupo'o, Tahiti on July 22, 2015.

Niccolo Porcella at Pe'ahi - 2016 TAG Heuer Biggest Wave

Niccolo Porcella at Jaws, Maui, Hawaii on February 25, 2016. Video by Marcus Rodrigues.

Niccolo Porcella at Jaws 2 - 2016 Billabong Ride of the Year Entry

Niccolo Porcella tows in and drives down a vast face on a huge day at Jaws.

Niccolo Porcella at Jaws - 2016 Billabong Ride of the Year Entry

Niccolo Porcella journeys down a king-sized face at Jaws on February 25, 2016. Video by Marcus Rodrigues.

Niccolo Porcella at Teahupo'o 4 2016 TAG Heuer Wipeout Entry

Nicollo Porcella appears in another angle as he stumbles down the face and goes over the falls at Teahupoo. Video by Raipona Pua.

Niccolo Porcella at Teahupo'o 3 - 2016 TAG Heuer Wipeout Entry

Niccolo Porcella careens through a twisting cavern only to go over the handlebars at the end at Teahupo'o. Video by Tim Pruvost.