The 20-year-old defeated Stuart Kennedy to take out the World Surf League QS 6000 event at Praia do Santinho, Santa Catarina Island.
Watch the biggest moments from the opening day of the QS6000 in Florianopolis, SC.
QS6000 - Praia do Santinho - Florianopolis SC
Brazil's QS contest series kicks off with QS6,000 October 19 - 25 in Florianopolis.