After lots of waiting and then tricky conditions, the newly crowned World Champ earned her fifth win of the season at Honolua Bay.
Bianca Buitendag will surf another day on the CT while rookie Keely Andrew delivered the day's biggest upset.
Wright, Conlogue, Moore and Gilmore all advance on opening day.
With the World Title trophy already on her mantle, Tyler Wright is entering the Maui Pro chasing another record.
Two of the sport's brightest personalities are going to battle for one last spot on the 2017 Samsung Galaxy Championship Tour.
The two-time event champ feels at home anywhere in Hawaii, especially Honolua Bay.
Why Honolua bay will always mean something for the Women's Championship Tour.
A dozen years after retiring, the Aussie legend is still ripping, playing some crucial behind-the-scenes roles.
With only six spots available from the Qualifying Series and 10 from the Championship Tour, see who's slated for the big leagues in 2017.