w“I’m just lapping it up right now,” Wright said. “I’ve always wanted to be in a final with Kelly and last week at Teahupo’o was great. I think Kelly is ready for payback already." Photo: ASP/Kirstin
Owen Wright defeated Kelly Slater in the final day of competition at professional surfing’s first million-dollar contest, The Quiksilver Pro New York. With the win, Wright collected $300,000 as well as second place in the ASP World Title Rankings, behind – Kelly Slater.
“I’m just lapping it up right now,” Wright said. “I’ve always wanted to be in a final with Kelly and last week at Teahupo’o was great. I think Kelly is ready for payback already.”
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The World Tour heads to Southern California next for the Hurley Pro at Lowers, which starts September 18.
