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 icon Kelly Slater, age 54, has once again demonstrated his exceptional skills at the Tahiti Pro, defeating three-time world champion Gabriel Medina. Despite breaking his board during heavy waves, Slater scored 19.06 out of 20 to advance to the third round. The competition will pit Slater against reigning champion Jack Robinson, who himself bested fellow Australian Callum Robson.
Slater, who recently returned from hip surgery and welcomed his third child, acknowledged the doubters who questioned his right to compete. His victory comes after a fierce final bout with Medina in 2014 at the same venue.
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