The Australian Open of surfing started yesterday on a 1 - 2 foot punchy surf. Wade Carmichael fresh from a win at the Billabong World Junior Championships 2 weeks ago posted the highest wave score of the day a 9.00 (out of a possible 10).

Check out surfing highlights from day 1 of the event

If you are in Sydney - make sure you pop down and check out the event.
To view photos from the event - head over to www.facebook.com/billabongaustralia or www.australianopenofsurfing.com.au