Slater earns his 55th CT victory. John John Florence takes over the ratings lead.
Hawaiian Dusty Payne scored a last-second gem to get past rookie Conner Coffin.
Josh Kerr got the nod over Stu Kennedy in their Round Two battle, which was decided largely on turns.
John John and Gabriel dominate Opening Day of the Billabong Pro Tahiti.
Behold, an average day at Teahupo'o for the Billabong Pro Tahiti.
King Kelly didn't look so hot during the early part of his Round One heat...Then he got this 9.00.
Florence and Medina raise the stakes on tour leader Matt Wilkinson with commanding Round One performances at Teahupo'o.
Former event winner Adrian Buchan takes us deep inside the magic of Teahupo'o.
JJF scored more than one near-perfect ride on the opening day of competition.