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John Salvado

Aussies Picklum, Wright through to last eight in Tahiti

Molly Picklum remains in contention after the opening day of the Tahiti Pro. (Ed Sloane/AAP PHOTOS)

Australian surfers Molly Picklum and Tyler Wright have won their cut-throat elimination rounds to remain in contention after the opening day's action in the Tahiti Pro at Teahupo'o.

But reigning world No.1 Caitlin Simmers from the US bowed out at the famed break which will host the upcoming Paris Olympics surfing tournament.

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