Piha local Elliot Paerata-Reid will be hoping he gets the chance to surf on the big stage at his home break next year. New Zealand’s Piha Pro has managed to hold a position on the proposed calendar for the 2021 World Surf League. The WSL announced on Wednesday that the Piha Pro, part of the challenger series (CS), would now be held from November 1-7 next year. READ MORE:* Final chance for Taranaki surfer to make Olympic dream come true in doubt* Coronavirus: Piha Pro postponement a 'sad day for surfing'* Coronavirus: Piha Pro surfing event off due to Covid-19The condensed CS season means a compelling qualification race at the end of the calendar year to try to make the top tier. 2021 WORLD SURF LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP TOUR

Source: Stuff July 29, 2020 01:07 UTC