Opening Round: Alan Cleland Jr.'s clutch Backdoor curtain takes Mexico past the Elimination Round
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Opening Round: Alan Cleland Jr.'s clutch Backdoor curtain takes Mexico past the Elimination Round

In his CT debut, Alan Cleland Jr. showed he's ready for the spotlight after a paddle battle with Jack Robinson. Plus, Cleland locked into a last-second Backdoor opportunity to capitalize on the moment, slamming the wave shut with a forehand jam and besting established competitor Liam O'Brien.

 

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