Reigning World Champ and world No. 1-ranked John John Florence is the 2017 World Surf League World Champion. "To win at home is my dream," said an overjoyed Florence. "It's been a nervous buildup, but it's so awesome!"
Florence's historic win came in front of a huge hometown crowd packing the beach Monday at the Billabong Pipe Masters. "I learned a lot about myself this year, with all the pressure," added Florence, still processing the moment, "Gabriel [Medina] is so good out there, the last couple heats have been pretty scary."
Medina's Quarterfinal loss to spoiler Jeremy Flores sealed the deal for the Hawaiian.
John John Florence celebrates with friends and family in his backyard at Pipeline. WSL / Kelly Cestari
Stay tuned for a full recap following the finish of the Billabong Pipe Masters.
John John Florence Repeats as World Champion
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Reigning World Champ and world No. 1-ranked John John Florence is the 2017 World Surf League World Champion. "To win at home is my dream," said an overjoyed Florence. "It's been a nervous buildup, but it's so awesome!"
Florence's historic win came in front of a huge hometown crowd packing the beach Monday at the Billabong Pipe Masters. "I learned a lot about myself this year, with all the pressure," added Florence, still processing the moment, "Gabriel [Medina] is so good out there, the last couple heats have been pretty scary."
Medina's Quarterfinal loss to spoiler Jeremy Flores sealed the deal for the Hawaiian.
Stay tuned for a full recap following the finish of the Billabong Pipe Masters.
John John Florence
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Billabong Pipe Masters
The Tour comes down to the North Shore of Oahu, and the world's most challenging wave.