The sun is up and the swell a solid 10-15 feet of west swell backed with light offshores.
The stage is set for one of the most exciting days in ASP surfing history.
In case you didn't already know. All Mick has to do is reach the semi's and he will be crowned ASP surfing world champion for 2013 taking his tally of surfing titles to 3 (the same as legendary Andy Irons).
Mick has it all to do, pitted in the first heat of the day against CJ Hobgood, known for being more than comfortable in the big stuff. He is said to be carrying an injury, however this won't hold him back.
11 times ASP world champion Kelly Slater is a 6 time Pipe Master. For Kelly to win his 12 world title, nothing other than a win at the Billabong Pipe Masters will do with Mick finishing outside the top 3.
It's all very exciting.
We are routing for Kelly.
(Don't for John John)
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Will it be Mick or Kelly crowned ASP World Surfing Champion on the final day of the Billabong Pipe Masters. WATCH LIVE