Slater still firing at 54 at Tahiti Pro, eliminating Medina
Kelly Slater may be retired from full-time surfing, but the GOAT shreds some big waves at the Tahiti Pro to beat Gabriel Medina - and his win sets up a showdown with an Aussie surfer.
Surfing legend Kelly Slater, 54, dominated the Tahiti Pro, advancing to the third round by defeating three-time world champion Gabriel Medina. Despite being retired from full-time competition since 2024, Slater's age did not hinder his performance. While Medina had a strong start, he was unable to overcome Slater's formidable scores.
Slater's journey was marked by adversity, including a snapped board in heavy waves, but he managed to recover and score a total of 19.06 out of 20. This victory sets him up to face reigning champion Jack Robinson, with Robson's performance in the second round adding an extra layer of intrigue to the upcoming match.
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