Joe Turpel, Strider Wasilewski, and Jesse Mendes break down the first day of 2025 Championship Tour competition after Pipe and Backdoor put the world’s best to the test in a shifting lineup throughout Opening Round action. From Jack Robinson’s disappearing act for excellence to Caity Simmers restablishing herself at Pipe, we're just getting started. Also, the GOAT Kelly Slater proved he’s still ready to play with the world’s best at the famed reef alongside rookie standout Marco Mignot with Caroline Marks and Tyler Wright showcasing class all her own