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The Central Coast contingent were all beaten this morning at the legendary Pipe Masters. Adrian Buchan finished second behind Brazilian Italo Ferreira, with his best wave of six point three. In the same heat, Glenn Hall suffered one of the worst wipe outs of the day. Wade Carmichael and Matt Wilkinson both finished third in their respective heats, and will surf in Round Two tomorrow. (Audio in parts)   Image Courtesy of WSL / Laurent Masurel

Avoca’s Adrian Buchan has posted one of the highest totals of the day at the Vans World Cup event in Hawaii, to cruise into the fourth round. Matt Wilkinson also advanced, but left it until the final seconds to get the score.

Avoca’s Adrian Buchan has advanced to Round Four of the Hawaiin Pro. The Ace was in superb form – scoring two eight point rides to defeat Portugal’s Tiago Peres and Lennox Head surfer Adam Melling. His two wave total of 17 points was the highest so far, in this year’s event. Fellow locals Glenn Hall, Matt Wilkinson and Wade Carmichael will all compete in Round Three tomorrow. (Image Courtesy – WSL / Laurent Masurel)  

Avoca’s Adrian Buchan has continued his run at the Hurley Pro in California, moving into the quarter-finals, after downing Mick Fanning and Nat Young this morning. Buchan recorded a pair of eights to ensure he’ll finish no worse than fifth – a huge boost in his bid for re-qualification on the WSL. “People talk about the ratings all year but I honestly looked at them for the first time about a week ago. To me I know that if I prepare well, I’ve been around long enough to know my surfing will get me there in the end.” He’ll face Fanning again in the quarter-finals. (Photo courtesy of WSL)

Meanwhile Avoca’s Adrian Buchan has moved straight into round 3 following his opening round win. Matt Wilkinson and Glenn Hall will face the elimination round 2 tomorrow after losing their respective heats. (Photo courtesy of WSL)

Still on surfing, and Avoca’s Adrian Buchan has also been knocked out of the Tahiti Pro by fellow Aussie Josh Kerr. Both surfers were keen to score points early, after the heat was delayed for a week.

Avoca’s Adrian Buchan believes Mick Fanning’s shark encounter at Jeffreys Bay will have a lasting effect on all members of the tour. The 32 year-old recorded a season-best third place, but he says that paled in comparison to what followed. For the extended interview, click HERE.

Avoca’s Adrian Buchan believes Mick Fanning’s shark encounter at Jeffreys Bay will have a lasting effect on all of the tour. The 32-year-old recorded a season-best third place, but says that paled in comparison to what followed. Hear Buchan’s emotional recount of the incident below. We pick up the interview when conversation moves to the J-Bay final.

Among all the drama of Mick Fanning’s shark encounter, Avoca’s Adrian Buchan climbed 10 spots in the world rankings to 20, following his semi-final appearance. After a slow start to the year, the 32 year-old was at his best on finals day.

Avoca’s Adrian Buchan is on his way to a season-best result, after making it through to Round 4 of the J-Bay Pro. Matt Wilkinson will tonight surf in Round 3, while Glenn Hall was sent packing in Round 2.