Caitlin Simmers and John John Florence Win World Surfing Titles
Simmers becomes the youngest female champion at 18, while Florence secures his third title, ending Brazil's five-year dominance.
- Caitlin Simmers, 18, is the youngest female to win the World Surf League championship.
- Simmers' victory marks the first female world title for California in over 30 years.
- John John Florence clinches his third world title, overcoming injuries and a new finals format.
- Florence's win breaks Brazil's five-year streak of world surfing titles.
- Both champions displayed exceptional performances in a tense, best-of-three heats format.