Heavy rains and subpar conditions at Praia de Itauna have forced event organizers for the Quiksilver Pro Saquarema to call a lay day. But despite the heavy downpour and adverse conditions, several athletes were on hand at the event site to test out equipment and get acclimated to competition during the morning freesurf.
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