In the second round, Thomas Traversa (Gaastra,Tabou) knocked out 2004 World Champ Scott McKercher with a double forward loop making the difference in the points. Heads Roll as the new skool of windsurfing make their presence felt en masse. A day of shock results marked a landmark day for some much-hyped young guns, who showed what the future looks like as the single elimination reached the quarter-final stage. The women’s event went all the way to the semis without such scandal.

The stunning Praia do Guincho beach in Estoril, Portugal, is all set to welcome The PWA World Tour to its latest stop for Windsurfing’s incredible wavesailing discipline.

First up were 22 yr-old Frenchman Thomas Traversa (Tabou / Gaastra) who had to square up to the current world number 2 Kauli Seadi of Brazil. Daida Moreno squared off against her arch-rival Karin Jaggi.

No wind meant No worries for Victor Fernandez and Daida Moreno , the single elimination winners today.

Single elimination winners Victor Fernandez and Daida Moreno enjoy the summer sunshine and surf as Saturday provides the last glimmer of hope for those relying on a Double Elimination to fight back

Victor Fernandez and Daida Moreno the single elimination winners look set to take the event titles unless freak conditions turn up a surprise.

It’s V for Victory as Spanish Stars Victor Fernandez and Daida Moreno take the event titles after a week long waiting game.