After falling off tour in 2015, the Hawaiian is making the most of his second chance, leaping to No. 2 in the rankings.
The Hawaiian earned a 9.10 in his Semifinal heat against Italo Ferreira.
Watch every wave as the men's elite battle in the wilds of West Oz in the Drug Aware Margaret River Pro.
The 35-year-old Aussie Icon has advanced to his first semifinal since 2014 at Margaret River with his renowned brand of seamless surfing.
Parko advanced to his first semifinal since 2014 thanks to a few stunning rides in his QF heat at the Drug Aware Margaret River Pro.
After a dream start to the season, Matt Wilkinson's run came to end with a tough wipeout, while Nat Young advanced.
In a pressure-packed day filled with solid surfing, here are the memorable moments from the men's side.
See how some of the day's biggest scores and heaviest upsets unfolded at the Drug Aware Pro.
The surf legend was carried through the event site after his final CT appearance at the iconic break.