Houshmand claims maiden QS victory in near-perfect form, Selman's back-to-back finals appearance earns him runner-up, plus notable finishes
The San Clemente, California, threat Kade Matson returned to the Caribbean in near-flawless fashion with a 9.33 in debut.
Weather shutdown proceedings early into the Round of 64, but not before Keoni Lasa, Luke Gordon, Tao Rodriguez and more made their mark.
The Basque Country competitor Keoni Lasa is away from his WSL Europe region and has begun dismantling proceedings with a 15.40 performance.
Luke Gordon made his 2023 Caribbean leg start count with an impressive, backhand attack showcase and earn a 13.57 heat total.
Pumping conditions pushed surfers' performances, stage is set for top seeds to make their debut against opening day standouts.
The Brazilian veteran David do Carmo dropped a 14.26 heat total to claim opening day's top performance in stunning form.
Virginia Beach, Virginia's own Blayr Barton powered through his debut heats in dominant form at pulsing Encuentro Beach.
The El Salvador competitor Bryan Perez made his presence known in Dominican Republic to start his Caribbean campaign.