After struggling with injuries in 2018, Conlogue and Florence surfed with power and confidence in firing conditions at the Rip Curl Pro.
Gabe is on fire, holding more 9s than any surfer on Tour this year. He will face off with John Florence in the QFs.
The 2x World Champ earns an 18.16, to overthrow Owen Wright in massive conditions at the Rip Curl Pro.
"This is the craziest moment I've ever been in," said Ferreira after nearly being dragged into the reef at Bells.
Kolohe Andino is eliminated by young wildcard Jacob Willcox and Kelly Slater takes down Julian Wilson for his first heat win of the season.
The women's Quarterfinalists are decided and the men are half way through the Round of 32. Top action from Thursday at the Rip Curl Pro.
By taking down Julian Wilson in the Round of 32 at Bells, the GOAT is feeling relief and putting the field on notice.
"I needed that one, just for my confidence," said the 11x World Champ after eliminating Julian Wilson from the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach.
Cancel your weekend plans, the Rip Curl Pro is running Thursday, Friday and Saturday (AUS).