The world's best brought the heat on opening day in pristine Punta Roca as the fight for the Final 5 resumed with first eliminations delivered. First women's Quarterfinalists are in with reigning World Champion Stephanie Gilmore and five-time World Champ Carissa Moore leading the charge, but a dangerous batch of competitors await their Elimination Round fate. Convincing form from new World No. 1 Griffin Colapinto, near-perfection from Leonardo Fioravanti, plus first eliminations dealt, and a clash of champions as Gabriel Medina battles Kelly Slater.