The Lexus WSL Finals Fiji Presented by Corona Cero concluded with thrilling performances at the iconic Cloudbreak, crowning Molly Picklum and Yago Dora as the 2025 World Champions. The winner-take-all format delivered high-stakes drama as the world’s best surfers battled challenging conditions and each other for the ultimate title.
Event Highlights
- Molly Picklum and Yago Dora emerged victorious, claiming their maiden World Titles.
- Cloudbreak provided powerful waves, testing the surfers’ skills in the final showdowns.
- The event marked the final iteration of the WSL Finals format.
Title Match Drama
Yago Dora secured his world title in a decisive victory over Griffin Colapinto, needing just 35 minutes to clinch the win. Dora’s powerful forehand proved unstoppable, capping off a remarkable 2025 season.
Molly Picklum faced a tougher battle in her title match against Caroline Marks. The two athletes went the distance in a best-of-three heat showdown, with Picklum ultimately triumphing after a hard-fought contest. Picklum expressed her elation, stating, "I’ve heard people say ‘you can only win your first world title once.’ And OMG… I’m grateful I let go, had fun and just went after it Molly’s way because that’s what made it so damn sweet."
A Fitting End to an Era
The 2025 WSL Finals at Cloudbreak served as the final event under the "Final 5" format, which has determined world champions for the past five years. While the format’s future is uncertain, the event provided significant entertainment and a dramatic conclusion to the Championship Tour season.
Brazilian surfers continued their dominance on the tour, with Yago Dora joining an elite list of Brazilians who have claimed world titles since 2014. This victory marks a significant achievement for Dora and further solidifies Brazil’s strong presence in professional surfing.
The atmosphere at Cloudbreak was electric, with crowds cheering on the athletes. The swell built throughout the day, offering challenging yet rewarding conditions for the surfers. From intense heats to celebratory moments, the Lexus WSL Finals Fiji delivered a memorable conclusion to the season.
Sources
- Highlights: Lexus WSL Finals Fiji Presented by Corona Cero, World Surf League.
- 14 Images From the WSL’s Final 5 Swan Song In Fiji, The Inertia.
- Behind the Scenes at Cloudbreak for the Last WSL Finals, SURFER Magazine.
