Hawaii’s Gabriela Bryan still on top of the world a year after her breakthrough WSL win in Margaret River

Gabriela Bryan, the 23-year-old Hawaiian surfer currently ranked No.1 in the World Surf League, returns to the Margaret River Pro a year after her pivotal win that ensured her spot on the elite tour. Embracing the pressure of wearing the leader’s yellow jersey, she feels liberated and ready to surf without the anxiety of maintaining her tour position. Bryan, who finds Margaret River’s conditions akin to Hawaii, is set to compete against Vahine Fierro and local wildcard Willow Hardy, emphasizing the importance of treating all competitors seriously.

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