Sally Fitzgibbon, Cronulla Sharks Boardriders star recruit (Gerroa), claimed her first major victory this year, winning the Rio Women’s Pro presented by Billabong.
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She had a sensational performance against reigning two-time ASP women’s world champion Carissa Moore (HAW).
Although Moore jumped to an early lead, Fitzgibbon fought back, posting scores of 9.27 and 7.00, to win her second career Rio Women’s Pro victory.
Fitzgibbons defeated Coco Ho (HAW) and defending event winner Tyler Wright (AUS) before defeating the Hawaiian for the win.
Her effort moves her to No. 2 on the ASP Women’s WCT rankings behind Moore, who remains at No. 1.
“A lot of hard work went into this victory and I’m so happy,” said Sally Fitzgibbon.
“There’s a great rivalry between myself and Carissa (Moore).
‘‘We always have such great battles and I knew I had to step things up after the Semifinal to take the win.
‘‘The crowd was sending me great vibes out in the water and that really helped.
‘‘It’s a long year but I think I have a lot of strong surfing left in me.
‘‘I’m really excited to get over to Fiji and try and get another result like this.”
