*Photos* Mr Price Pro action

Ballito has already produced some stunning surfing pictures this week.

Here are some of the finest.featuring Jordy Smith, Beyrick de Vries, Raoni Monteiro, Brett Simpson and Jesse Mendes.

Smith won his third round heat on Thursday morning. De Vries was second in the same heat.

Another South African surfer, Dylan Lightfoot, ended last in his heat later in the morning.

(Images courtesy of Mr Price and Kelly Cestari)

- Andre Bloem

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