The Raglan left was ripped to bits to start proceedings at the Corona Cero New Zealand Presented by Bonsoy in a marathon day of action.
When the opportunities rose, the world’s best put on a showcase for the fandom at Manu Bay, who celebrated the return of professional surfing to their country. Brilliant showings from the women led to more excellence from the men in a whirlwind opening day that encompassed dawn to dusk. With early upsets dealt and perennial World Title contenders rising to the task, action is just getting started in the first-ever CT at Raglan.