The second day of competition is done and the world title still hasn't been decided. The pointy end of the contest just got pointier! Momentum swung toward Slater today when he won his Round 4 heat, thereby jumping to the Quarters, while ol' Mick lost his Round 4 heat and now draws deadly C.J Hobgood in Round 5.

The forecast is looking good with a new swell due on the weekend. If it comes in as predicted competition will resume Sunday Australian time.

For a full recap click here.

All photos ASP/Kirstin.