The World Surf League has released its official ruling on the actions made by reigning World Champion Gabriel Medina (BRA) following his Round 3 loss at the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast to Glenn Hall (IRL).
The official statement is as follows:
***The World Surf League (WSL) Rules and Disciplinary Committee has completed its investigation into the Medina/Hall incident from the Quiksilver Pro Gold
Efforts were made post-incident to clear the air between Medina (right) and Hall - WSL
Coast. Following conversations with both parties involved as well as reviewing broadcast footage, the Rules and Disciplinary Committee has determined that Medina was in violation of the athlete Code of Conduct and has been fined as a result. Medina's efforts following the incident to amend any public misperceptions about his and Hall's relationship have been noted and appreciated. We wish all competitors good fortune at the upcoming Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach.***
Medina and Hall quickly made peace following the incident in the competitor's area. The Brazilian Champ also appeared on the WSL Dawn Patrol Show the following morning to address his on-camera conduct.
Medina and Hall are already focusing energy on stop No. 2 of the Samsung Galaxy Championship Tour, the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach. Medina will face rookie Matt Banting (AUS) and a yet to be determined wildcard in Round 1, Heat 6. Hall will take on Joel Parkinson (AUS) and Quiksilver Pro Semifinalist Miguel Pupo (BRA) in Round 1, Heat 9.
Don't miss the action LIVE on the World Surf League homepage beginning April 1.