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Ben McKay

Robinson beats world No.1 Florence in Olympic surfing

Australian Jack Robinson has sent world No.1 John John Florence home from the Paris Olympics, riding tough in "super dangerous" surf to win their round-of-16 clash.

The much-feared break at Teahupo'o bared its teeth on Tuesday (AEST), forcing the women's heats to be called off for the day and a full postponement for Wednesday.

Robinson was dragged under at one point during his heat against Florence.

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