Joel Parkinson

Shelley says:

Great to be bringing the title home to Australian soil!

What doesnt kill you only makes you stronger mate!

Its yours next year Parko!!

Aidan says:

Hey Joel it was amazing to watch you all throughout the year. Your performances at the snapper contest and jbay were spectacular. Just a run of bad luck with the ankle injury, but in my opinion you were the best surfer on tour this year. Good luck next year Parko!!

Chris Winter says:

Congrats Parko,

You are a true champion and an inspiration.

Next year is yours mate without a doubt.

Keep on keepin on!

Stu says:

You are a true sportsman, the way you handled that today was pure class, something any parent or coach could show the kids as an example of how to take a hard knock in sport or life. Enjoy a good break now and just do it for fun for a while, 2010 will be something special I am sure.

Jimmy says:

Bad luck Parko, I was rooting for you. Stories like the one you and Mick and Dingo have created are what makes sport special and creates legend. As you say, this story isn’t over, there’s a long way to go. It’s been a joy to watch so far. Good luck mate.

Nacho says:

Congrats Parko!!! Very good year and great surfing everytime. This is the method to be a N1 and you’re a N1 men!!!!!!
Nacho from spain

Jon D says:

Well done Parko. You are a true sportsmen. In the surfing worlds eye’s you guys are both equal world champion.

Were all looking forward to see what you can do next year with two good ankles.

Thanks for showing all the fans that you get to the top and still be having a good time.

You’ve reminded me that surfing is all about the fun.

Next year it’s yours.

Dave says:

Massive blow, immense courage. Go get those titles you deserve.

Marcelo Chile says:

parko…
i follow you the entire year …watch your surfing and this was and amazing year for you .I follow your web , watch all your videos… Sorry if my english is not too god , but with your words , the only thing rest to say is cngratulations mick…and congratulations joel…you are a champ too , and a honorable men….
And like someone said …Watch you this entire year , for me , was so fucking great….I miss a lot of class this year staying in my home watch you surf , but is all worth it because you have show the entire world that surfing is just about this…friendship , courage , and just having fun…

See you again next year parko!!!

joel says:

your a legend mate… how good will it be this time next year when you’re holding that trophy!!!! go get them in 2010… you did australia and surfing and yourself proud today… that what makes you a champ..

Lisa says:

My heart broke to hear of how close you came to the title and yet so inspired to see how you went up to your best mate (one of) to congratulate him on his win. 2010 is a new year, your year!

You are an awesome guy Joel, I met you earlier in the year and you gave my son and I the time of day and we thought you were amazing for doing so. No one else took time out to have a photo with my boy but you. I was awe struck and bloody nervous and so I forgot your name. Sorry, but it wass so exciting to meet some one you admire or have admierd for so long. You are already a champion in my book.

You can do it mate. All the best x

John Wilkinson says:

Parko, you have shown some true sportsmanship today. Well done mate. You are a top class professional. Congratulations on doing so well and giving us the pleasure to watch you perform. All the best for 2010 and looking forward to seeing you surf at J-Bay next year.

chris says:

I have never seen such a great show of sportsmanship in my life. I don’t think anyone could’ve handled it with that much class. You’re an awsome role model. Parko 2010!

Justin says:

As much as I don’t want to see another Aussie win next year. I’m going to be gunning for you all year parko. 2010 is your year.

froggy says:

mate – you blew it. it was yours. hope you get the triple crown

tuto says:

Parko = LA GRANDE CLASSE !!!! Can’t wait to see you clinch the title next year in Hossegor. Go Parko !

pedro santiago says:

congratulations parko. you did a great job during the year. deserved the title, but as you said, this is not over yet, is only the beginning.

Beni says:

Great attitude Joel!

Loved watching you surf this year. You are a true inspiration to hard work.

Get em next year!!

Danny Walsh says:

Joel – your time will come – I was pulling for you this year and applaud your class in defeat. It is people like you that make professional competition what it is. Here is to your success in 2010 – I will be pulling for you again…

juanjo carreon says:

you rock mate you make the best of you look forward un abrazoo y buena vibraa

nath says:

pure class

Ernie says:

Parko,

I’m putting my house on you next year. Let it rip mate.

Andrew says:

Congratulations Joel. You handle yourself with as much style and grace out of the water as you do in. I am sure that it hurts, but your display of sportsmanship was a pleasure to watch. You won more respect in my eyes than a World Title could ever bestow.

Ty Richardson says:

Hi Uncle Joel, i am so proud of you. just a stepping stone to achieve your dream. lots more high 10′s in 2010. Oceans of fun Ty

Reidy says:

I was gutted when i saw your world title slip away, I felt like one of the die hard NRL fans you see crying on the railing at the GF when their team looses on the buzzer.

But reading some of the comments posted on this page has saved me a lot of typing because im just gonna say i agree with all, Especially the guy that said he was heading to the TAB for next year. Ill be right behind him with the house to bet with. Don’t wanna take anything away from Mick, It was a great performance by him but as far as im concerned your THE PEOPLES CHAMP.

Well done on a great year Legend, Thanks for the excitement!!!! Go and smash in a 1000 schooners!!!

Now what am i to do without the surfing and footy to watch?

Its gonna be a long next couple of months…

Josh Coville says:

Thanks for your hard work and making surfing very exciting to watch this year. We (Mad Clips) support you and wish you the best in the new year to come!

Dave says:

Carrying Mick up the beach was pure class. It’s awesome that surfing has role models of such a high calibre for my kids and all grommets to learn from. You should be proud!!!!!!!!!!!!

Now its your turn to bounce back strong

Duncs says:

You have done so well this year Parko. Getting so close and still having the class to congratulate and the carry Mick up the beach shows great sportsmanship and the calibre of person you are. Don’t forget this year, use it to motivate you for 2010 and beyond. Congrats mate you did yourself and the sport of surfing proud.

Jed says:

It didn’t work out the way we all wanted it to Joel. Your sportsmanship is a credit to you and your family. Your story is yet to be written.

Raif says:

Be lying if I told ya’ I didn’t have a tear in my eye when you and Mick hugged in the line up. You are the new breed of Warrior Poets riding the wave in and out of the water. God bless the live feed and you and Mick for being truly nobel beings….. Enjoy your Christmas mate with your family, Raif

andy mac says:

You can hold your head high Joel – your time will come – no doubt

Bratton says:

Parko…I thought that last wave was gonna let you get it! My heart goes out to you brother, you are a class act and imho by far the best surfer out there this year. Congrat’s to Mick, but I wish it would’ve turned your way. Next year it’s on…Parko 2010!

Norman says:

HeY Joel. Great year mate. It’s great to have two Aussie going for the world tittle. Who did I want to win I didn’t know. Both in the perfect world. I look forward to
you pushing the limits in next years tour. All the best mate

Luke says:

Hey Parko, congrats on an amazing year … come the hour, cometh the man! Every surfer admires you more today today than if you’d won that damn jug. Slats has a bag of ‘dem silver goblets but even The Champ wasn’t able to display such epic sportsmanship as you did today. No question you’re one of the giants of the sport and a heroic human to boot.

People love to see a fella get what he deserves, which is why we’re all bleeding for ya. But hey, life ain’t always like that. The way you’ve found balance in life and exude gratitude for your good fortune through every pore is an inspiration to all. Take a look at Tiger this week and tell us who you’d rather be … an awesome guy, with a perfect life, wife, mates and a great family. Or a greedy champion who just wants MORE MORE MORE with every win.

You’re a scholar and a gent Parko. And even though you didn’t get what you deserved today, you really fricken shone.

And hey, to cap the killer year off … we all know you were the best surfer in the world when the waves were smokin’. Well done and don’t forget to celebrate coming second on the ASP tour for ’09. Not a bad achievement kiddo!

Hope you have as much fun and as many good waves in 2010 as you did in ’09.

David Sica says:

You stand for everything that is good in professional surfing! I wish you the best in the future and remember that world title or not, your actions today have inspired more than just riding waves.

dre says:

You are truly a legend and that can never be lost. You showed major class and friendship the other day and that will always shine brighter than any silver cup. Like you said this is only the begining and I would bet my left nut that the title will be yours very soon. enjoy your time off and cant wait for 2010. cheers

Anonymous says:

GO SLATER!!

Tiago from Brazil says:

Incredible Parko, you showed us in a few words that you are a great professional surfer, a great person, a wonderful friend besides showing the whole word to be the best surfer of this season! That you have the best style in professional surf isn’t a surprise but this year you were the best and unfortunately a free surf session gave you a problem… A big problem that took out from you the focus you perhaps never had before….NO your fault, your injury was a serious one… But from this you got a great lesson, that’s the way for a 2010 world tittle. Mick is also a great person and an incredible surfer, but he also knows he didn’t show the world the best performance of this season…. Maybe 2 injuries gave him this title, the first one, obviously was yours, second one was Owen in Portugal! He wouldn’t be in that final….the young kid was on fire and most probably would beat him in that semifinal! Anyway, life is crazy, life is good and as you said, you are living the dream and are heat by heat fighting with one of your best friends the NUMBER 1! Incredible! What a great year for professional surf! What a great Hawaiian season…. Have a good rest and be sure: You were the best 2009′s surfer! All the best!

Ian says:

Parko,
You have been my favorite surfer for years and after this and they class you showed you will be one of my ALL TIME favorites!!! Congrats and kill it next year even the states are pulling for you good on ya!!!

Beady says:

Parko you are an absolute inspiration!

wagner cy says:

congrat´s mate, you always going to be the smoothest guy on plenet!
next year is yours!!!!!!
sorry my english
wagner,from brazil

Michael Yankaus says:

wow… Joel, just want to tell you that the amazing blend of precision and radical power of your surfing has been a great inspiration for me to watch. On any given day, you, Mick, Kelly, Andy, Dane, Bruce, and Jordy are interchangeable as the number one surfer in the world. I think the entire surfing world knows that, and I hope that you do too. Mick may have won the trophy, but this year Joel Parkinson won the respect of every surfer on the planet. We all hope you will keep it coming. Next year will be a show down between all of the above. Train even harder. You are plenty young. Shock everyone by coming straight back at them. Thanks again for not only inspiring us with your surfing talents, but for being a great example of human nobility and class. PS: I know it is an Aussie culture thang, but alcohol slows reflexes—steer clear.

Pedro says:

Is 10 years ago since i have watched you wining Headworx Pantín Classic in nortwest Spain. I liked your surf a lot and i thought one day you will win a World Champ. Sure, next year, of course. Continue surfin like this year and you will Win the title.
Congratulations Parko.

mario says:

hi Parko!
you are still the one!
best regards, all the best.
good waves

Jamos says:

Parko – as a surfer who has re-discovered his passion i watched your progress through the season and really enjoyed cheering you on. i have had a few surfing heroes over the years (Rabbit, MR, the overweight chick who surfs my local break who just gets out there and surfs) but you are top of the group. good luck next year.