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Griff solidifies his position near the top, Erin joins a rare class of wildcard winners.

The Final 5 positions sharpen up as we approach Finals Day in Fiji.

While some reeled in the challenging conditions, JJF and Gabs ruled the day at Cloudbreak.

"Surf Abu Dhabi provides perfect waves to help grow an entirely new surf community."

"The forecast will test Cloudbreak's reputation as a magnet during sub-optimal swells."

Sal jumps into the rankings lead, while the men had a battle of the backmarkers.

Surfing was the winner on the day.

And Kauli and Caz.

Sixteen scrappy heats and a judging scandal.

Teahupoo awoke with glacier-blue caverns under a gun metal-grey sky for Men's Round 3.

"We watch surfing because it's unfair. Because waves can rise up out of nowhere and deliver us sublime moments of magic."