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The season will launch on the Gold Coast of Australia at Stop No. 1, the Quiksilver Pro and Boost Mobile Pro Gold Coast, opening April 3, 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The WSL CT is the world\u2019s premier surfing series that crowns the undisputed women\u2019s and men\u2019s World Champions at the conclusion of each season. With the goal to improve the competition for both the athletes and the fans, new format updates will be introduced this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAs we continue to evolve and improve all areas of the sport, we have made important format updates to the Championship Tour,\u201d said Sophie Goldschmidt, WSL CEO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOur goal is to further raise performance levels with a surfer-first mentality, while also engaging the fans. 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