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Snapper Rocks: The Final Day in 60 Photos

When the final horn sounded, it was a 19-year-old Gabriel Medina that hoisted the trophy over his head. In a win against the undisputed king of Snapper, the young Brazilian took out Joel Parkinson. Steph Gilmore won the Roxy Pro against an in-form Bianca Buitendag, unleashing both perfect form and that famous smile on the new ASP’s increasing audience. All in all, it was a good day for professional surfing.

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An elated Stephanie Gilmore after her winning heat. Photo: James Booth/Charlie Hardy

When the final horn sounded, it was a 21-year-old Gabriel Medina that hoisted the trophy over his head. In a win against the undisputed king of Snapper, the young Brazilian took out Joel Parkinson.

Steph Gilmore won the Roxy Pro against an in-form Bianca Buitendag, unleashing both perfect form and that famous smile on the new ASP’s increasing audience. All in all, it was a good day for professional surfing.

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