Tahiti Pro 2025: Picklum and Robinson Shine at Teahupo’o as WSL Finals Fiji Loom
The 2025 Lexus Tahiti Pro wrapped up in French Polynesia, with Australian surfers Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson conquering the iconic waves of Teahupo’o to claim victory in a thrilling finale of the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour’s regular season.
As the final event before the WSL Finals Fiji, the Tahiti Pro also confirmed the top five men and women surfers who will compete for the 2025 world title in a one-day showdown at Cloudbreak from August 27 to September 4, broadcast live on Red Bull TV.
Women’s Final: Picklum Powers to Victory
Molly Picklum defeated American Caitlin Simmers to win her first Tahiti Pro, extending her lead in the Championship Tour rankings and cementing her reputation as one of the best backhand tuberiders on the women’s tour. This marks Picklum’s second event win of the season, following five finals appearances in 2025.
“What a special place, Tahiti.You feel all the energy. It’s just so nice. I’m staring at the mountains right now and staring into perfect blue. It’s where the dream comes alive. And Fiji’s next; I’m gonna enjoy it for what it is. I finished number one this year and that’s a massive step in the right direction.”
Picklum said
Reigning world champion Simmers finished third in the season standings behind Hawaii’s Gabriela Bryan. Olympic gold medallist Caroline Marks placed third in the Tahiti Pro and fourth overall for the season. Canadian Erin Brooks, finishing fifth in Tahiti, claimed Rookie of the Year honours.
Men’s Final: Robinson Delivers Under Pressure
Jack Robinson defeated Griffin Colapinto (USA) to secure his spot in the WSL Finals. Robinson needed this win to make the Final Five, replicating his 2023 success at Teahupo’o. With this victory, his ninth on the CT, Robinson joins legends like Andy Irons, Kelly Slater, Gabriel Medina, and Bobby Martinez as a two-time Tahiti champion.
Colapinto moved up to third in the rankings to qualify for the Finals, while Brazil’s Yago Dora leads the men heading to Fiji. South African surfing icon Jordy Smith remains a strong contender, seeking his first world title after 18 years on tour. 2019 world champion Italo Ferreira (Brazil) rounds out the men’s Final Five. Local wildcard and Tahitian Olympic gold medallist Kauli Vaast thrilled fans with a fifth-place finish.
All Eyes on the WSL Finals
With heavy waves and high stakes, the WSL Finals Fiji promises a spectacular showdown. The top five men and women will compete for the 2025 world title at Cloudbreak, with first-time world champions a very real possibility. Fans can catch all the action live on Red Bull TV.
Lexus Tahiti Pro 2025 Final Results
Women’s Final:
- Molly Picklum (AUS) – 17.26
- Caitlin Simmers (USA) – 4.94
Men’s Final:
- Jack Robinson (AUS) – 16.90
- Griffin Colapinto (USA) – 13.67
WSL Finals Fiji Contenders – Women:
- Molly Picklum (Australia)
- Gabriela Bryan (Hawaii)
- Caitlin Simmers (USA)
- Caroline Marks (USA)
- Bettylou Sakura Johnson (Hawaii)
WSL Finals Fiji Contenders – Men:
- Yago Dora (Brazil)
- Jordy Smith (South Africa)
- Griffin Colapinto (USA)
- Jack Robinson (Australia)
- Italo Ferreira (Brazil)
Replays of the Tahiti Pro are available on above, with the WSL Finals live from Fiji streaming from August 27 to September 4 here.
