Former US Open of Surfing champs thrive, swell delivers for top seeds’ battles I 805 Post Show Day 2

The swell arrived and showdowns ensued with top seeds making their highly-anticiapted debuts at the Lexus US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico. 2023 US Open of Surfing winner Sawyer Lindblad capped off an incredible day of competition. A brilliant performance from Leilani McGonagle added a 14.73 heat total to the day with fellow Costa Rican, 2026 CT requalifier, Brisa Hennessy delivering a buzzer-beater for the Pura Vida duo. Two-time US Open of Surfing victor and current World No. 3, Kanoa Igarashi, reminded the world why he’s one of Huntington’s greatest with a 16.27 heat total. Plus the Rising Tides took over Huntington Beach to help inspire the next generation with Lindblad, Zoe Benedetto, Talia Swindal, and more at the helm. The Eero Top 5 Moments included reigning World Junior Champion Bronson Medyi soaring, Kirra Pinkerton’s 8.17 hammer to start in HB. Plus 2023 event victor Eli Hanneman laid down a breakthrough performance along with Samuel Pupo’s buzzer-beater magic taking the No. 2 spot. But, Igarashi ridiculous showcase stole the No. 1 spot in a landslide as he hunts a third evne title. Shop limited edition 2025 Lexus US Open of Surfing pres. by Pacifico merch by Jack's Surfboards and WSL here: https://ift.tt/1emRnj7 Shop new 2025 Championship Tour merchandise - http://www.WSLStore.com Play WSL Fantasy here - https://ift.tt/gSVC4ZW "It's summer's biggest surf stage" The Lexus US Open of Surfing presented by Pacifico is where the next generation earns their spotlight and where future World Champions are forged. Every heat in Huntington counts. With thousands packing the sand and more looking on from the iconic Huntington Beach pier, it's one of the most electric vibes on the Challenger Series and World Longboard Tours, and the energy jumps off the screen. Watching live = the next best thing to being there. Watch all the latest surfing action of the world's best surfers in the world's best waves. Heats on demand, event highlights and exclusive interviews, right here on the WSL's Youtube channel. For More Visit: https://ift.tt/uHnpIYl Like the WSL on Facebook: https://ift.tt/blYKGIx Follow us on X: http://www.x.com/wsl Follow us on Instagram: https://ift.tt/rpLPH6K World Surf League https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2yaFSXXWDk