The Brazilian's aerials dominated the MEO Rip Curl Pro, while Finals Day losses by Medina and Wilson mean the title race is still on.
Finals day is set and the WSL desk crew breaks down a short day from the MEO Rip Curl Pro.
If Gabriel wins Portugal AND Julian Wilson loses before the Semifinal, Gabriel Medina will be your 2018 World Champ.
After running one heat Friday at the MEO Rip Curl Pro, the Quarterfinalists are set and the stakes are high in Portugal.
With Neymar Jr. watching on, Gabriel Medina shows his superstar class.
Critical eliminations occur in Rounds 3 and 4. The WSL desk crew breaks down a hectic day in Portugal.
Northwest swell peaks for the completion of Round 3 in Peniche, Portugal. Next Call is Oct. 19 at 8am. WEST.
The World No. 3 earns an 8.67 and eliminates Ian Gouveia during a crucial Round 3 heat at the MEO Rip Curl Pro.
The current World No. 1 eliminates event replacement Ryan Callinan, earning a 7.93 to advance out of Round 3 in Peniche.