The big wave window is officially open and all eyes are on Jaws. A solid swell appears to be on its way, meaning the contest may run soon. Before it officially starts, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the format and judging this year at Jaws, so you can focus on watching the waves come opening day. The above video discusses competitors, heats, seeding, and how judging and scoring will specifically work at the Quiksilver Jaws Big Wave Challenge presented by TUDOR.