Upon arriving for the Fiji Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Championship Tour (CT) surfers were welcomed to Tavarua with a traditional opening ceremony, with Chief Druku presiding.
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At the center of the traditional opening ceremony is the presentation and imbibing of Kava, a root-based drink.
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Upon arriving for the Fiji Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Championship Tour (CT) surfers were welcomed to Tavarua with a traditional opening ceremony, with Chief Druku presiding.
At the center of the traditional opening ceremony is the presentation and imbibing of Kava, a root-based drink.
Taj Burrow (AUS), soaking it all in.
Jeep rankings leader Adriano de Souza (BRA) presents Chief Druku with a gift of Kava.
Filipe Toledo (BRA) takes a sip of Kava, a sign of appreciation for his hosts and the tradition.
Kelly Slater (USA) and Josh Kerr (AUS), all smiles in paradise -- and at one of Slater's favorite breaks.
Kava bowls, lined up in preparation for the welcome ceremony.
Fijian dancers welcome the Top 34.
Kava bowls, lined up in preparation for the welcome ceremony.