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Thursday, March 5, 2015

Gabriel Medina (BRA) went on to win a World Title in 2014, but his quest began with a victory at the season's first event, the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast. See how the phenom, then just 20 years old, battled his way through to the event Final against local favorite Joel Parkinson (AUS).

Don't miss Medina's quest for another event win when competition resumes at the 2015 Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast LIVE on the World Surf League homepage through March 11.

Catch up on the latest Gold Coast action:
Heat Analyzer: Quiksilver Pro, Roxy Pro
Wave by Wave heat cutdowns: Quiksilver Pro Round 1, Roxy Pro Rounds 1 & 2
Recap: Men's Round 1, Women's Round 2
Full Results: Quiksilver Pro, Roxy Pro

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Thursday, March 5, 2015

Pros Give Back on Gold Coast

Nathan Hedge, John John Florence, Mick Fanning and more CT pros paddle out with the children's non-profit.

- WSL / Kelly Cestari

Thursday, March 5, 2015

Dawn Patrol: Latest from Goldy

The WSL desk reviews matchups, preview the Andersen vs. Beachley Heritage heat, plus the official call.

- WSL / Kelly Cestari

Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Dawn Patrol: Goldy's Top Rides

Day 6 of the event window came with blustery conditions at Snapper Rocks, the WSL desk takes a look at the best rides so far in competition.

- WSL / Kirstin Scholtz

Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Dawn Patrol: What's New at Goldy

Laura Enever talks competition and big waves, and DHD's Darren Handley talks about his goals as a performance shaper.

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