Warm, clear water and some of the funnest, most rippable surf on the planet. Why wouldn't you go to this island paradise?

The ASP World Tour is a real grind and sometimes the boys need a break from the groupies, early morning heats, and putting deck pads on new boards. That said, what better place for a bit of rest and relaxation than the Maldives?

After nine incredible years of running the 6 Star Prime Rated Maldives World Qualifying Series event ASP Australasia today announced that the event will be postponed for 2010.

Instead of saying, “How does second place warrant an article?” let’s go with, “If there are any guys in the USA who are ready for the big leagues, it’s San Clemente’s Pat Gudauskas." Glass is half full today kids...

After winning the SriLankan Airlines Pro in the Maldives this past weekend, there's no doubt that Owen Wright is the hottest surfer on Earth right now. Recently named by TransWorld SURF as the Monster Performer Of The Month, Owen is seemingly unstoppable in contests and free surfs right now.

After his victory in the Maldives at the WQS 6-Star Prime SriLankan Airlines Pro, Australia’s Owen Wright is almost guaranteed a spot on the 2010 World Championship Tour—congrats Owen!

Safe surfing in heats in no longer allowed…way to go Pat!

It’s a safe bet to say that whoever wins this crucial midseason WQS event in the idyllic Maldives will be on the World Tour in 2010…follow the event live at www.srilankanairlinespro.com

Windy conditions in the Maldives for day three of the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) six star PRIME rated SriLankan Airlines Pro and while the winds effected wave quality, the surfing remained superb as competitors utilized aerial maneuvers in the 3 feet (1m) surf.

The idyllic Maldives archipelago play host to the SriLankan Airlines Pro, a critical 6-star Prime WQS event that is held at Pasta Point, a rolling and rippable left that is perfect for big airs and high performance surfing.