Hawaii’s Coco Ho lost to Australia’s Keely Andrew in the final round of the World Surf League Port Taranaki Pro Women’s QS6000 at Fitzroy Beach New Plymouth in New Zealand.

Andrew defeated Ho with a 5.83 and backing that score up with a 6.67 for a final total of 12.50 to Ho’s 9.80, according to the Association of Surfing Professionals.

"This is a really important result for me. I haven’t had the greatest start to the year, but this puts me back on track for sure," said Andrew. "I missed qualifying by such a small margin last year and that has really made me hungry and determined to get there. I know this result is great, but I also know I need a few more strong results this year so I can’t get too carried away with the win even though right now I feel great."

"I love it here in Taranaki, the waves are always fun and another 2nd placing is a good result so I’m happy, even though I was hoping for the win. Keely is a great surfer and I hope I see her on the Championship Tour next year," Ho said.