Finals Day Falls Flat—Until The Box Delivered
The 2025 Margaret River Pro ended in dramatic contrast—an uninspiring Finals Day at Main Break made up for by chaos, pressure, and carnage at The Box. Despite slow conditions and minimal scoring opportunities in the finals, standout performances earlier in the event made this one of the most unforgettable editions in recent memory.
Smith & Bryan Wear Yellow After Gritty Wins
Jordy Smith and Gabriela Bryan emerged victorious, each claiming their second win of the season. Bryan’s 17.33-point performance against reigning champ Caity Simmers marked her as the Tour’s most powerful surfer. Jordy, meanwhile, dominated both Colapinto brothers in wave-starved heats, riding his rhythm to a commanding yellow jersey lead.
The Box: Slab of Reckoning
While Finals Day underwhelmed, The Box lit up. The Tour’s return to the slab coincided with the mid-season Cut, and it delivered. Crosby Colapinto faced brutal matchups but overcame them with some of the best surfing of his career. His victory over Ethan Ewing and later, Hawaiian rookie Jackson Bunch, solidified his place on Tour.
Griffin’s Heroics, Pupo Brothers’ Diverging Paths
Griffin Colapinto stunned the world with a surreal tube at The Box followed by a perfect 10 for a full-rotation air reverse. Yet again, he reminded everyone why he’s a world title contender. Miguel Pupo, surfing with his growing family on his mind, delivered clutch performances—while brother Sammy wasn’t as lucky, facing elimination.
Brooks Saved by Lakey’s Brilliance
Teen phenom Erin Brooks faced potential relegation but was spared thanks to Lakey Peterson’s best heat in years. With power and precision, Peterson defeated Aussie Isabella Nichols, keeping herself and Brooks on the Dream Tour.
Final Five Looming
As the Tour looks ahead to Cloudbreak, the stakes are higher than ever. The 2025 Margaret River Pro reminded fans what the sport is all about: pressure, risk, and fearless surfing in waves that demand greatness—or send you home.