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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.
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