The Hawaiian's best moment at the Puerto Escondido Challenge couldn't have come at a better time.
Two-time Pe'ahi Challenge winner Billy Kemper got off to a solid start, while Grant "Twiggy" Baker fell early.
Here's why this beach in Mexico is one of the world's most revered big-wave breaks.
Puerto Escondido during the Big Wave Tour event in Mexico.
All the incredible moments from the final day of competition at the Big Wave Tour event in Mexico.
With the close of the 2016/2017 season, Twig locks in the massive win. Paige Alms became the women's winner in November.