The world's best juniors (18 and under) are in Australia this week settling unfinished 2017 business on the South Coast of New South Wales. For the second year in a row, Kiama's Bombo Beach is the site of the final battle for these young stars, who spent a good chunk of the year qualifying through their regions to make it to this event, which will determine the 2017 men's and women's World Junior Champs. The annual gathering is a glimpse at surfing's future, and opening day didn't disappoint.
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