John John Florence got off the Pipe Masters

This Wednesday afternoon, Hawaiian surfer John John Florence announced that he will not be competing in this year's Pipe Masters because he does not feel fully recovered, the surfer reported on his social networks.

"I feel good about being back in the water these days, I think I'm close to 100%, but I'm not there yet. I noticed this week that I still don't trust my movements, which has always been my test for returning to competitions," wrote the surfer.

He added: “The Pipe Masters is my favourite event on tour so it’s a tough decision but I’m pulling out of the tournament. I wish everyone luck. It’s been amazing to see them go all out in the last swell.”

The WSL has not yet announced who will replace the surfer in the tournament, which begins its waiting period on December 8.

 

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Feeling really good to get back in the water the last couple weeks. I think I'm close to 100%, but I'm not there yet. I noticed this week that I still don't have full confidence in my movements, which has always been my test for returning to competition. The Pipe Masters is my favorite contest on tour so it's a really difficult decision, but I am going to withdraw from the event. Wishing everyone luck out there!! It has been insane watching everyone send it during this last swell!!

A publication shared by John John Florence (@john_john_florence) the 5 Dic 2018 has 1: 10 PST