The former South African junior and open surf champion moved to the Gold Coast permanently 2 years ago to provide better opportunities for himself as he settles into a full time open professional career and this event has been particuarly special to the talented natural foot surfer.

Delighted with his win today, after the final Gossman said " I can't believe I've taken a hat trick! It's a special event for me, not just because I keep winning it but more so because it honours a legendary surfer in MP - I think all young surfers are in awe of MP and want to win this event - it's a great start to my season for sure!"

Gossman stamped his authority