American surfing star Kelly Slater is rumored to be retiring from surfing after a poor performance in the Rip Curl Pro Search event in Arica, Chile. Slater holds the record as both the youngest and oldest world champion and won his first world title back in 1992. He’s won a record eight world titles in his career but lost to Dean Morrison during the fourth round on Tuesday. According to reports, Slater was extremely disappointed about the loss and booked himself on the next flight out of Chile to return the United States. For more information check out
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