The Azores Airlines World Masters Championships kicks off in Portugal, providing the type of throwback that everyone needed.

27 legends of surfing come out of retirement next week in Azores to fight for the ultimate surfing crown in over-45 and over-55 categories.

They're much more than coaches, and that's why their star players are winning.

A dozen years after retiring, the Aussie legend is still ripping, playing some crucial behind-the-scenes roles.