Joe Turpel, Martin Potter and Strider Wasilewski break down all the big stories of the day, which were the best conditions at Snapper Rocks for the Quik and Roxy Pro Gold Coast we've seen in years (not to mention an intense rain squall that forced the event to go on hold for a short period).
Coolie local Joel Parkinson, along with Brazilian Italo Ferreira and World Champ John John Florence impressed, as did the three rookies who more than held their own on the elite stage: Zeke Lau, Connor O'Leary and Ian Gouveia. Round Three of the Roxy Pro featured a clash between World Champs Carissa Moore and Steph Gilmore, as well as strong performances from Coco Ho, Johanne Defay and Keely Andrew.