SURFING Magazine

Tyler Wright looking beautiful, and ready for opening day at the racetrack. She'd surf next in the quarterfinals against Silvana Lima, and she'd win handily. PHOTO: Sheman

16-year old Matt Banting was able to kill a giant in Round 1 when he knocked out Bede Durbidge. But drawing Kelly was another story. A nice introduction to the world though. PHOTO: Sherman

Kelly Slater showing he can still get critical at Snapper. PHOTO: Sherman

The people swarm the rocks and sand when Kelly surfs. They usually end up staying after too. PHOTO: Sherman

Jordy Smith had been focused and all smiles on the Gold Coast, until he was run over by a windsurfer two nights ago. He'll be just fine judging by his performance today. PHOTO: Sherman

The star of Day 2, Matt Wilkinson. The most vicious attack in the water, epic style on land and he nearly pulled a rodeo that would have been the most impressive maneuver pulled in competition. This is how close he came to pulling it. PHOTO: Sherman

When will the lights go down on Kelly? Never, if those lights are in Surfer's Paradise. PHOTO: Sherman

Brett Simpson has put on two of the most impressive performances of his career, including Day 2's highest score with a 9.7. PHOTO: Sherman

Jordy Smith had a good time in his heat on Day 2. PHOTO: Sherman

Julian Wilson prepares for his Round 3 duel with Taj Burrow, which did not disappoint (unless you're Julian, who fell just short). PHOTO: Sherman

Future wildcard. PHOTO: Sherman

Simon Anderson wants one. Sherm, still slinging originals on the street. PHOTO: Sherman.