The upsets just kept coming Tuesday at the Quik Pro Gold Coast, as the newly minted Tour member took down the former Snapper winner.
The 24-year-old South African chats about jumping onto the CT, how he got into surfing, and what it's like representing his country.
The Australian eliminated the 2x World Champion in the early rounds of the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast.
Day two analysis, highlights and commentary from Quiksilver Pro & Roxy Pro.
Despite taking down both 2x World Champ John John Florence and current QS leader Mikey Wright, the 19-year-old rookie was nonchalant.
It was the first day of the 2018 WSL Championship Tour season, with new faces, new moves and adoring fans.