Photos of 2011 Quiksilver Pro New York

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Owen Wright (AUS). ASP/ Kirstin

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Jadson Andre (BRA) was defeated by Taj Burrow (AUS) in the quarterfinals.ASP/Rowland

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Kelly Slater (USA) was looking extremely focused during his quarterfinal against Josh Kerr (AUS).ASP/Rowland

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Hurricane Katia delivered some clean 4-5ft surf for the best surfers in the world.ASP/Rowland

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Congratulations to Owen Wright (AUS) and Kelly Slater (USA) for making it to the final!ASP/Rowland

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The competition got under way at 8am today.ASP/Rowland

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Kelly Slater (USA) landed the first barrel of the day in his quarterfinal heat against Josh Kerr (AUS).ASP/Rowland

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People lined the waters edge trying to get a close glimpse of the action.ASP/Rowland

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Hurricane Katia delivered some amazing surf for the competitors today.ASP/Rowland

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Taj Burrow (AUS) was a standout during the event but he failed to advance in the semifinals.ASP/Rowland

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Alejo Muniz (BRA) made it to the semifinals where he was defeated by Owen Wright (AUS).ASP/Rowland

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Owen Wright (AUS) wins the Quiksilver Pro New York!ASP/Rowland

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Kelly Slater (USA) defeated Josh Kerr (AUS) in the quaterfinals.ASP/Rowland

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A massive crowd came from all over the world to see the first ever ASP World Tour event in New York.ASP/Rowland

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Kelly Slater (USA) defeated Taj Burrow (AUS) in the semi finals.ASP/Rowland

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Taj Burrow (AUS) celebrating his win over Jadson Andre (BRA) in the quarterfinals.ASP/Rowland

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Josh Kerr (AUS) was a favorite to win the event here in New York but unfortunately he couldn't get past Kelly Slater in the quarterfinal.ASP/Rowland

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Kelly Slater (USA) celebrates his win over Taj Burrow (AUS) in the semis.ASP/Rowland

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Kelly Slater pulled off an amazing 360 air reverse to land a ten point ride and the win in his semifinal against Taj Burrow (AUS).ASP/Rowland

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Heitor Alves (BRA) advanced into round five. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) winner of the Quiksilver Pro New York! ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) takes a good look at his trophy. ASP/ Kirstin

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'You smoked me out there' Slater says to Owen after their heat. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) chaired up the beach. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) claims his victory over Kelly Slater (USA). ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) winner of the Quiksilver Pro New York! ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) won the richest prize purse in professional surfing history at the Quiksilver Pro New York. ASP/ Kirstin

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Kelly Slater (USA) enjoys support from the crowd as he makes his way back into the lineup. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) claims his opening ride during the final. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) posted his first World Title Tour victory winning US$300 000. ASP/ Kirstin

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Showing no signs of nerves before the final. ASP/ Kirstin

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Kelly Slater (USA) warms up before the final. ASP/ Kirstin

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Thousands flocked to National Beach to watch the final day of competition. ASP/ Kirstin

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Perfect conditions at National Beach. ASP/ Kirstin

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Julian Wilson (AUS) reached the quarterfinals finishing equal fifth. ASP/ Kirstin

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Julian Wilson (AUS) reached the quarterfinals finishing equal fifth. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) defeated Kelly Slater (USA) during the final. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) defeated Kelly Slater (USA) during the final. ASP/ Kirstin

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Alejo Muniz (BRA) advanced into the semifinals. ASP/ Kirstin

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Kelly Slater (USA) advanced into the final. ASP/ Kirstin

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Josh Kerr (AUS) pushing the limits of aerial surfing. ASP/ Kirstin

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Josh Kerr (AUS) went down to Kelly Slater during the quarterfinals. ASP/ Kirstin

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Kelly Slater (USA) advanced into the final ahead of Taj Burrow (AUS). ASP/ Kirstin

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Jadson Andre (BRA) ASP/ Kirstin

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Taj Burrow (AUS) placed equal third after being eliminated by Kelly Slater (USA) during the quarterfinals. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) winner of the Quiksilver Pro New York! ASP/ Kirstin

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Freddy P (HAW) surfed well but failed into advance in round five.ASP/Rowland

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Jadson Andre (BRA) placed second in round four against Kelly Slater(USA) and Josh Kerr (AUS).ASP/Rowland

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Kelly Slater lost in round four but he will still advance into round five where he will surf against Jeremy Flores.ASP/Rowland

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Taj Burrow (AUS) won his round four heat and will advance directly into the quarter finals.ASP/Rowland

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Owen Wright (AUS) advanced into the quarter finals after winning in round four.ASP/Rowland

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Adriano DeSouza (BRA) placed second in round four and will surf against fellow countryman Jadson Andre in round five.ASP/Rowland

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Josh Kerr (AUS) has been on fire this event. He took down Kelly Slater (USA) and Jadson Andre (BRA) in round four and advanced straight into the quarter finals.ASP/Rowland

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Mick Fanning (AUS) fell shrot to Freddy P (HAW) in round three.ASP/Rowland

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Mick Fanning (AUS) mentally preparing before his round three heat.ASP/Rowland

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Josh Kerr (AUS) defeated Raoni Monteiro (BRA) in the first heat of the day.ASP/Rowland

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Clean 3-5ft surf graced the lineup this morning as the best surfers in the world take to the water.ASP/Rowland

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Amazing clouds greeted the Quik Pro crowd this morning.ASP/Rowland

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Alejo Muniz defeated Kieren Perrow in round three.ASP/Rowland

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Jadson Andre (BRA) congratulates Josh Kerr (AUS) on his round four victory. ASP/ Kirstin

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All the lady's love Kerzy! ASP/ Kirstin

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Check out Kelly's fin set up. ASP/ Kirstin

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Long Beach saw huge crowds and perfect weather on Thursday. ASP/ Kirstin

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Julian Wilson (AUS) double fist claim. ASP/ Kirstin

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Julian Wilson (AUS) edged out Brett Simpson (USA) in a tight battle during round three. ASP/ Kirstin

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CJ Hobgood (USA) psyched for his round three heat. ASP/ Kirstin

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Brett Simpson (USA) was eliminated during round three. ASP/ Kirstin

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Joel Parkinson (AUS) advanced into round four ahead of Kai Otton (AUS). ASP/ Kirstin

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Ace Buchan (AUS) hitting a right hander way down the beach. ASP/ Kirstin

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Joel Parkinson (AUS) rides one of the first barrels of the day. ASP/ Kirstin

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Heitor Alves (BRA) eliminated Ace Buchan (AUS) from the event during round three. ASP/ Kirstin

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Josh Kerr (AUS) advanced over Bobby Martinez (USA). ASP/ Kirstin

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Josh Kerr (AUS) posted a pair of near perfect nine point rides to earn his place into the quarterfinals. ASP/ Kirstin

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Josh Kerr (AUS) was today's standout. ASP/ Kirstin

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Owen Wright (AUS) takes a moment to himself prior to his round two heat. ASP/ KIRSTIN

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A little reminder from yesterday... ASP/ Kirstin