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Melissa Woods

Robinson wins Pipeline World Surf League title

Australia's Jack Robinson has taken over the world No.1 ranking after winning the season-opening World Surf League event in Hawaii.

While compatriot Tyler Wright was forced to settle for second with home hero Carissa Moore breaking through for victory, Robinson clinched the men's final against Italian Leo Fioravanti.

The Billabong Pro was the 25-year-old West Australian's fourth title heading into his third year on the tour.

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