Summary
Two-time world champion Tyler Wright will face Isabella Nichols in an all-Australian women’s semi-final at the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach after narrowly defeating Bettylou Sakura Johnson 14.00-13.20 in the quarter-finals. Nichols, returning from the Challenger Tour, triumphed over Gabriela Bryan 15.94-10.67 and aims for her first win at the iconic venue. In men’s action, Australian wildcard Morgan Cibilic edged out Jordy Smith 13.83-13.80, setting up a semi-final clash with Japan’s Kanoa Igarashi, while the remaining men’s quarter-finals will conclude on finals day.
