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Australia’s Joel Parkinson defeated Brazil’s Adriano de Souza, 18.83-11.30, today to capture Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast surfing contest at Snapper Rocks, Gold Coast, Australia.

The final heat of the opening event in the 2009 ASP World Tour was held in 6- to 8-foot waves.

Parkinson, who won the event in 2002, was fearless from the outset, scoring an 8.83 (out of 10) on his opening ride in challenging conditions that offered churning barrels with massive scoring potential….  Details

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