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Globe's Adam Robertson Crowned 2008 O’Neill Highland Open Champ

Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 30 April, 2008 : - - Thurso East, Scotland - - Adam Robertson (Victoria, AUS) became the third O’Neill Highland Open by Swatch Champion today, finishing victorious after another 23-heat marathon day.

"It is the best day of my life," Robertson said. "I could not wait to raise that sword, it is like a dream coming true for me... I cannot believe it. Compared to Brims Ness’ Bowl, it was more comfortable and I had more time and space to surf my best today."

Robertson was crowned at the famous right-hander where it all started two years ago, and tamed the consistent three to five foot (1 to 1.5 meter) waves to win his maiden ASP WQS 6-Star Prime event. Posting a solid 14.50 point heat score to best Melling’s 11.50 tally (both out of possible 20), Robertson raised the Highlander’s sword in front of a cheering Australian contingent.

Robertson, 26, who has had a slow start this year, secures precious 3 000 points counting for the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) World Qualifying Series (WQS) ratings. "I have had a tough start this year," Robertson said. "I feel like confidence came heat after heat. Such a big relief to take this one home, so stoked."

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