A brilliant redemption run for Bryan surmounted a stacked Finals Day field including World No. 1 Caity Simmers and CT veteran Isabella Nichols in the Final for her second-career CT win. Then, Smith's emotional win marked his seventh CT victory in a historic, all-South African Final against compatriot Matthew McGillivray. Smith rode his father's board all the to the top of podium, dedicating the win to his father and wife after besting powerhouse Cole Houshmand in the Semifinals. Now, both Smith and Bryan find themselves within the Top 5 and fighting for a spot toward a 2025 World Title leaving the cobblestones of Punta Roca for the legendary lineup of Bells Beach for the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach beginning April 18 through 28.
