23.02.07 - By: Brian McDowell
It Just Doesn't Get Any Better Than This! Kauli Seadi Snatches Victory From Local Legend Josh Angulo In An All-Time Single Elimination Final As Ponta Preta Goes Off The Richter Scale
Epic surf greeted competitors this morning at the early skipper's meeting. Solid sets, well over mast high roared down the point, and the organisation wasted no time in getting the show on the road.
Even during the early heats there were huge aerials, and even bigger wipe-outs as the swell continued to build. Moments that would've made a normal event, faded into obscurity as move after move raised the bar beyond all previous records.
Josh Angulo threw caution to the wind; backdooring the peak before launching his outrageous trademark airs, followed up by cutbacks, snaps, floaters and daring late hacks right under the pitching lip.
The tension rose as the scores were tabulated before the riders were presented to a sizeable gathering of tourists and local fans. The decision went to the Brazilian, Seadi Kauli, who emotionally addressed the Portuguese speaking crowd alongside runner-up Angulo. Kevin Pritchard took third position ahead of Baker.
Angulo explained how tough it was today. 'The final was stacked full of crazy waves and strong wind. It's a very tiring place to sail, especially during a heat where trying to connect a wave all the way through is demanding. I'm just stoked, mainly with the success of the event, although I'd have preferred to have won, but, now I have a second chance in the double to throw it all down. Kauli has been on fire since the day he got here. He, Kevin and Levi have impressed me most since they all showed up, but I'm honestly stoke to see Kauli do well here in great conditions'
As conditions were so good there was no delay in completing the first round of the double elimination as the tide dropped. Tomorrow's skipper's meeting is at 08.30 and the forecast is for another classic day of great waves and wind!
Be sure to visit www.pwaworldtour.com throughout tomorrow for news and updates.
Josh Angulo:
Birthday - December 12th 1974
Nationality - American
Marital Status - Married to Claudia
Kids: Danielle and Noah
Height - 183 cm
Weight - 85 kg
Residence - Sal, Cabo Verde
First year on PWA Tour - 1993
Sponsors: Angulo Boards: WWW.ANGULOBOARDS.COM
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TACV, etc.
Major Results:
2006 PWA HAWAII Pro : Winner
2005 PWA HAWAII Pro: Winner
2004 PWA HAWAII Pro: 2nd
2003 PWA Wave World Champion
2003 PWA Sylt - 2nd Place
2003 PWA Pozo - 4th Place
2002 4th PWA Wave Ranking
2000 2nd PWA Wave Ranking
1999 First Place Da Kine Wavesailing Competition
1998 U.S. Wavesailing Champion
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