he field dwindles and now only 16 men remain after Round of 32 bouts ensued with more airshows taking the day in Supertubos. Italo Ferreira and Marco Mignot both snagged an excellent number in soaring fashion amid scattered upsets and more powerful performances. Shifting sandbars and conditions continue to test the world’s best, and keep them on their toes.
Day three highights
The third day of the MEO Rip Curl Pro Portugal comes to an end after a day full of twists and turns. This morning, competitors had to wait a few hours due to a lack of waves before the swell gradually picked up in the late morning. However, as conditions became more powerful, the competition had to be put on hold.
Before that, the Women’s Quarter Finals took place, along with three heats of the Men’s Round of 32.
Highlights of the day:
- American Caroline Marks eliminated defending champion Johanne Defay.
- Molly Picklum defeated two-time reigning world champion Tyler Wright.
- CT rookie Erin Brooks eliminated current rankings leader Caitlin Simmers.
- Jack Robinson impressed with incredible barrels, including a wave scoring 8.17 in his heat against Ian Gentil.
