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The New Daily
Melissa Meehan

Wildcard Xavier Huxtable shocks No.1 Jack Robinson at Bells Beach

Bells Beach wildcard Xavier Huxtable has produced a major shock at the Rip Curl Pro in Victoria. Photo: Ed Sloane/World Surf League/AAP

Local wildcard Xavier Huxtable has emerged as a Bells Beach giant killer, shocking Australia’s world No.1 Jack Robinson in their Sunday showdown.

The 20-year-old, who won entry into the main event through a qualifying competition, turned the Rip Curl Pro on its head with the upset victory.

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