CALM BEFORE THE STORM AS WRIGHT BRACES FOR FINAL CHARGE AT CROWN
TYLER Wright is hoping familiarity breeds success because it’s why she has opted for a seachange ahead of her world title charge
The world surfing champion has been ensconced in Hawaii for almost two weeks as she prepares for the defence of her crown in the finale of the women’s world tour on Maui from this weekend.
While rivals have opted for the comforts of home for their preparations, Wright has bunkered down in Hawaii with family members to prepare for her assault on the Maui Pro which could be activated as early as this weekend.
“We decided to move to Hawaii after talking to my coach because he thought t was the best plan for me,’’ Wright said. “Training wise, surfing wise and event wise.
“For me, the No.1 thing is time in water.
“I took time off after Europe and I need to make it up.’’
The young who won her Australian, first world crown at just 22, is bidding to become the 22nd Australian women to win the highest accolade in world surfing at the Maui Pro.
Wright is the defending champion but last year has already secured her first world crown by the time she landed in Hawaii. This year she is in a three-way battle for the title with Sally Fitzgibbons and Courtney Conlogue. Former world champion Steph Gilmore and Carissa Moore are outside contenders.
The WSL yesterday released its calendar for 2018.