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Newcastle Herald
Newcastle Herald
National
Max McKinney & AAP

Baker exits Pipeline but relishes 'amazing experience' surfing against Florence

PREPARATION: Jackson Baker ahead of his heat against John John Florence. Picture: Tony Heff/World Surf League

Jackson Baker wanted to put in a better performance against John John Florence but exited the Pipeline Pro having gained the "amazing experience" of facing the two-time world champion on his home break.

The Merewether surfer, competing in the first contest of his debut year on the Championship Tour, was eliminated by the Hawaiian in the round of 32 on Wednesday.

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