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19-year-old Bianca Buitendag of George cruised into the last eight in the ASP 6-Star rated women's Surf classic in Newcastle, Australia earlier today.
She posted a comfortable victory in her Round of 24 heat before finishing second in the round of 12.
In the quarter-final, she'll take on Lakey Peterson of the United States.
Stephanie Gilmour of Australia, the five-time and reigning ASP Women's World Champion, was a surprise elimination when she placed fourth in her Round 24 clash.
South Africans Sarah Baum (25th) and Rosanne Hodge (37th) were ousted in yesterday's action.
PE's Faye Zoetmulder (49th) was sidelined on the opening day of competition.